Punajuurilaatikko (Finnish Baked Beetroot, Barley & Blue/Goat Cheese Casserole) – Authentic Finland Recipe
Earthy ruby-red beetroot casserole baked with pearl barley, herbs, and creamy melted cheese.
- Country of Origin
- 🇫🇮 Finland (Northern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- vegetarian
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Roasted red beets, Cooked pearl barley, Crumbled tangy goat or blue cheese and walnuts, Fresh thyme, Honey touch
Ingredients for Punajuurilaatikko (Finnish Baked Beetroot, Barley & Blue/Goat Cheese Casserole) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) roasted red beets, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups cooked pearl barley, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup crumbled tangy goat or blue cheese and walnuts
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh thyme
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Finland seasoning (honey touch, nutmeg, cream)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, fresh thyme, and honey touch, nutmeg, cream for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine roasted red beets and cooked pearl barley with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with crumbled tangy goat or blue cheese and walnuts and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.