Tender shavings of reindeer meat sautéed with butter and served with mashed potatoes and lingonberries — Lapland's iconic dish.
Nutrition & Info
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: ceramic plate
Garnishes: lingonberry jam, pickled cucumber
Accompaniments: mashed potatoes
Instructions
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1
Shave the partially frozen reindeer meat into thin strips using a sharp knife.
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Melt butter in a large skillet over high heat. Add reindeer shavings in batches.
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3
Sear without stirring for 2 min, then toss. Cook until browned, about 5 min total.
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4
Add water, reduce heat, and simmer 10-15 min until meat is very tender and liquid has reduced.
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5
Season with salt and pepper. Serve on mashed potatoes with lingonberry jam alongside.
Did You Know?
Sámi reindeer herders traditionally freeze reindeer meat in the Arctic winter air, then shave it paper-thin for this dish.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- large skillet
- sharp knife
Garnishing
lingonberry jam, pickled cucumber
Accompaniments
mashed potatoes
The Story Behind Poronkäristys
Poronkäristys is the quintessential dish of Finnish Lapland, rooted in Sámi reindeer herding culture that spans thousands of years. The technique of shaving frozen meat into thin strips ensures rapid, even cooking. It is served in virtually every restaurant in Lapland and has become a symbol of Finnish Arctic cuisine.
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