Finnish Lapaset with Smoked Sausage and Lingonberries
A hearty traditional dish inspired by Finnish flavors
Enjoy a comforting dish of smoked sausage nestled in a savory potato pancake, topped with a tangy lingonberry sauce.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Potato Pancakes
For the Smoked Sausage
For the Lingonberry Sauce
Preparation
Preparing the Potato Pancakes
Grate and Soak Potatoes
Grate the potatoes into a large bowl of cold water and let sit for 10 minutes.
When grating the potatoes, use the large holes of a box grater for the best texture.
Drain and Squeeze
Drain potatoes and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
Ensure the potatoes are thoroughly drained to avoid soggy pancakes.
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, mix the grated potatoes, onion, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Preparing the Smoked Sausage
Sauté Sausages
Heat a pan over medium heat and add vegetable oil.
Brown the Sausages
Gently sauté sausages until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
Keep Warm
Set aside on a warm plate.
Cooking Process
Frying the Pancakes
Heat butter in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add scoops of the potato mixture to the pan, flattening them with a spatula. Cook for about 4 minutes each side until golden brown and crispy.
Lingonberry Sauce Creation
In a small saucepan, combine lingonberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently until thickened, about 10 minutes.
Assembly
Place each sausage on a potato pancake and spoon the lingonberry sauce generously on top. Serve immediately.
Plating & Serving
Finnish Lapaset with Smoked Sausage and Lingonberries
Finnish Lapaset with Smoked Sausage and Lingonberries
Plating & Serving
Position each pancake on a plate, carefully place a sausage atop each, and drizzle with lingonberry sauce for a rustic but elegant presentation.