A Rönttönen (Finnish pronunciation: [ˈrøntːønen]) is a traditional sweet Finnish delicacy from the region of Kainuu.
| Type | Pie |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Finland |
| Region or state | Kainuu |
| Main ingredients | Barley or rye dough, mashed potatoes, berries (usually lingonberry) |
A small (about the size of the palm of a hand) open faced pie consisting of a crust made of barley or rye dough, filled with a sweetened mashed potato and berry (most often lingonberry) filling.[1]
Typically, it is served as an accompaniment to a coffee.
The Kainuun rönttönen has a protected geographical indication under the EU law.[2]
References
edit- ^ 'Rönttönen sai EU:n nimisuojan'(In Finnish) Helsingin Sanomat, 4.Nov.2008
- ^ Kainuun rönttönen Profile European Commission
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