portaikoja
Portaikoja is a traditional Finnish dish consisting of small, often heart-shaped rye flour pancakes. The name translates roughly to "little doors" or "small gates," a possible reference to their shape or the way they were sometimes served in a row. These pancakes are typically made with a simple batter of rye flour, water or milk, and a pinch of salt. They are then fried in butter or lard until golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges.
Historically, portaikoja were a common and economical food, particularly in rural areas of Finland. They could
Portaikoja are not as widely known or consumed today as they once were, but they remain a