FINNISH RICE PIE - KARIJALAN PIIRAKKA - EVERYDAY FOOD IN FINLAND #finnishfood #finnishrecipe #suomi

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: sweetener

Honey is a natural sweetener, and sweeteners can be cheaper.

rye flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while all-purpose is often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).

Cook rice in water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

In a saucepan, combine cooked rice with milk, butter, sugar, and salt; stir until creamy.

Let the rice mixture cool slightly before adding the egg and vanilla; mix well.

In a bowl, combine flour, rye flour, baking powder, and salt for the crust.

Add melted butter to the flour mixture and mix until crumbly.

Gradually add water until the dough forms; knead lightly.

Roll out the dough and cut into circles, about 5 inches in diameter.

Place a spoonful of the rice filling in the center of each circle.

Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.

Place the pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the tops with egg wash for a golden finish.

Bake for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

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