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Sautéed Reindeer
Finland
Reindeer herding has been practiced by the Sámi people of northern Finland for thousands of years.
Poronkäristys — thin strips of reindeer sautéed in butter until caramelised, served with mashed potato and lingonberry jam. The iconic dish of Lapland.
Prep
10 mins
Cook
15 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
495 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
600greindeer meat, frozen and thinly sliced
50gbutter
200mldouble cream
salt and pepperto season
mashed potato and lingonberry jamto serve
Method
1
Slice reindeer as thinly as possible while still frozen — this is the key technique.
2
Fry in very hot butter in small batches. The meat should brown, not steam.
3
Add cream. Simmer 5 minutes until sauce is glossy. Season.
4
Serve with mashed potato and lingonberry jam.
Chef's Tip
Freezing then slicing paper-thin ensures quick, even cooking and maximum caramelisation.
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