Ruisrieska

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Ruisrieska is a traditional type of Finnish rieska flatbread. It’s usually made with a combination of rye flour, yogurt, molasses or honey, baking powder, and salt. Baking powder and salt are mixed into the rye flour along with molasses and yogurt. The dough is divided into smaller pieces and shaped into balls that are flattened on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. These flat circles of dough are pricked with a fork and baked in the oven until golden and crisp. Ruisrieska flatbread is typically served with butter, or sometimes with salmon, cheese, and vegetables such as cucumbers and tomatoes.