Kääryleet

Kääryleet is a Finnish culinary term that translates to "rolls" or "wrapped items." It most commonly refers to a dish where a filling is encased in a wrapper, though the specific ingredients and preparation methods can vary widely.

One of the most well-known forms of kääryleet is kaalikaalyleet, which are cabbage rolls. In this preparation, boiled cabbage leaves are used as the wrapper, and the filling typically consists of minced meat (often pork or beef), rice, and seasonings. These rolls are then simmered in a sauce, frequently a tomato-based or cream-based one, until tender.

Other variations of kääryleet exist, encompassing different wrapper materials and fillings. For instance, a kääryleet might be made with thin crepes or even thinly sliced vegetables. The fillings can range from savory mixtures of ground meat and vegetables to sweet preparations with fruits or cheese. The term itself is broad enough to include many food items where something is rolled or wrapped around a core ingredient. The preparation often involves baking or simmering to cook the filling and meld the flavors.