Keitettävinä

Keitettävinä is a Finnish term that translates loosely to "things to be boiled" or "boilable items." It is not a singular dish or ingredient but rather a category of food preparations that are cooked by boiling. This method of cooking is common in Finnish cuisine for a variety of reasons, including simplicity, efficiency, and the preservation of nutrients.

Common examples of keitettävinä include potatoes, which are often boiled as a side dish or used as a base for other preparations. Root vegetables such as carrots and parsnips are also frequently boiled. Certain types of fish, particularly smaller ones or those intended for further processing, might be boiled. In some contexts, keitettävinä can also refer to dumplings or pasta-like items made from dough that are cooked by boiling. The term implies a straightforward, unadorned preparation where the primary cooking technique is immersion in boiling water. The focus is on the inherent flavor and texture of the ingredients brought out through this fundamental cooking process.