Finnish-Inspired Mojakka Stew
Finnish-Inspired Mojakka Stew features tender beef simmered with potatoes, carrots, and celery in a buttery broth that’s subtly seasoned with onion, salt, and pepper. The slow cooking yields a rich, comforting flavor with a light flour-thickened body. Serve it on a chilly evening or for a cozy family dinner alongside flatbread for soaking up every last spoonful.
- Prep20 min
- Cook2 hr 55 min
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Melt the butter in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in the hot butter on all sides. Add 4 cups water and bring it to a boil. Add the onion, salt, and pepper. Lower the heat to low and let it simmer for 1 hour.
- 2
Add the potatoes, carrots, and celery; continue simmering for 1 1/2 more hours.
- 3
Whisk the remaining 1/2 cup water with the flour in a small bowl to make a thin paste; stir it into the soup and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Calories 651.2 kcal High
- Protein 33.72 g Good Source
- Carbs 38.68 g Moderate
- Total Fat 39.7 g High
- Saturated Fat 24.83 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 133.13 mg High
- Sodium 1331.65 mg High
- Fiber 3.05 g Moderate
- Sugar 10.38 g High
- Added Sugar 7.46 g Moderate
- Calcium 78.03 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.66 mg Good Source
- Potassium 537.07 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 4.68 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.41 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Celery
- Onions 🧅
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