Suovas Poronkäristys perunamuusilla
A classic Lappish dish featuring thinly sliced, pan-fried reindeer meat (suovas) served with creamy mashed potatoes and lingonberries. Suovas refers to reindeer meat that has been lightly smoked and salted, giving it a distinct flavor.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g Suovas reindeer meat(thinly sliced)
- 50 g Butter
- 200 ml Water or beef broth
- 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 kg Potatoes(for mashing)
- 200 ml Milk(warmed)
- 50 g Butter(for mashed potatoes)
- as needed Lingonberries(fresh or preserved)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare the mashed potatoes: Peel and boil the potatoes until tender. Drain and mash them with warmed milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- 2
Heat butter in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced suovas reindeer meat and fry until browned on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Remove the meat from the pan and set aside. Add the flour to the pan and stir it into the rendered fat. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
- 4
Gradually whisk in the water or beef broth, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens.
- 5
Return the fried reindeer meat to the pan with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer gently for another 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 6
Serve the suovas poronkäristys hot, accompanied by the creamy mashed potatoes and a side of lingonberries.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the reindeer meat is thinly sliced for quick and even cooking.
- ✓Do not overcook the reindeer meat, as it can become tough.
- ✓Adjust the consistency of the mashed potatoes to your preference.
- ✓Lingonberries provide a crucial tart contrast to the rich meat.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add finely chopped onions to the sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve with pickled cucumbers instead of lingonberries.
- For a richer sauce, use heavy cream instead of milk in the final stages.