Finnish Salmon Pastries (Lohipasteijat) Recipe

Name: Finnish Salmon Pastries (Lohipasteijat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all purpose flour; 2 tsp. baking powder; 1 cup butter, room temperature; 1 egg; 1 tbsp. lemon juice; 4 to 6 tbsp. ice water; 1/3 cup cooked rice; 1 can (6-1/2 oz.) skinless, boneless salmon, drained; 1 hard cooked egg, chopped; 1/4 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp. dill weed; Salt and white pepper to taste

Servings: persons

3 cups all purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 cup butter, room temperature
1 egg
1 tbsp. lemon juice
4 to 6 tbsp. ice water
1/3 cup cooked rice
1 can (6-1/2 oz.) skinless, boneless salmon, drained
1 hard cooked egg, chopped
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tsp. dill weed
Salt and white pepper to taste

1
Mix the flour with the baking powder in a bowl.
2
Blend in the butter, using an electric mixer or a fork, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3
Mix together the egg, lemon juice, and ice water.
4
Sprinkle mixture over the dry ingredients and mix quickly to make a dough.
5
Press into a ball and chill 30 minutes.
6
Roll dough out to make a rectangle about 20 inches square.
7
Fold into thirds.
8
Roll again as thin as possible and fold into thirds in the opposite direction from the first folding.
9
Chill again for 30 to 60 minutes.
10
To prepare filling, in a small bowl, with a fork, stir the rice with the salmon and eggs.
11
Blend in the cream, dill, and salt and white pepper to taste.
12
Preheat oven to 400F.
13
Roll out the pastry to 1/8 to 1/4 inch thickness.
14
With a round cutter, cut out 3 to 4-inch circles.
15
Put a teaspoonfull of filling in the center of each circle.
16
Moisten the edges and fold into half circles, sealing th edges.
17
Place on a parchment covered or an ungreased cookie sheet.
18
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden.
19
Serve warm.
20
These may be made ahead and frozen unbaked.
21
To bake after freezing, place on cookie sheet directly from freezer and bake.
22
Baking time may be 2 minutes longer when frozen.

1124

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups all purpose flour, 2 tsp. baking powder, 1 cup butter, room temperature, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Finnish Salmon Pastries (Lohipasteijat) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Finnish Salmon Pastries (Lohipasteijat)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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