Finnish Läskisoosi with Lingonberry Relish
Classic Finnish Pork and Onion Sauce
A traditional Finnish dish featuring tender pork slices in a rich onion sauce, perfectly paired with a tart lingonberry relish.
- 1 h 45 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Läskisoosi (Pork and Onion Sauce)
For the Lingonberry Relish
For Garnishing
Preparation
Marinating the Pork
Season Pork
Season the pork slices with salt and pepper.
Refrigerate
Leave the seasoned pork in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
Warm Up
Bring the pork to room temperature before cooking.
Preparing the Lingonberry Relish
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine lingonberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
Cook
Cook over medium heat until the berries burst and the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally.
Cool
Let the relish cool before serving.
Additional Tips
Avoid Burning the Flour
When making the roux, stir continuously to prevent the flour from scorching.
Uniform Onion Slices
Use a mandolin to slice onions uniformly thin for even cooking.
Cooking Process
Sauté the Pork
Heat butter in a pan and cook the pork slices until browned. Remove and set aside.
Make the Sauce
In the same pan, add onions and sauté until translucent. Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir until well incorporated. Gradually add beef stock, stirring to avoid lumps.
Simmer
Return the pork to the pan. Cover and simmer on low heat for 1 hour until the sauce is thick and pork is tender.
Plating & Serving
Finnish Läskisoosi with Lingonberry Relish
Finnish Läskisoosi with Lingonberry Relish
Plating & Serving
Serve the Läskisoosi warm, drizzled with the rich onion gravy, and a side of tart lingonberry relish. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of white pepper for an extra touch of flavor.