sileytteenä

Sileytteenä is a type of redeye glazed Swedish salted fish. It is a traditional product that has been produced in Finland, particularly in the region of Åland, since the 17th century. The production process involves a series of steps, starting from catching herring and other small fish, which are then salted and fermented.

The fish is then lightly smoked over beech or oak wood and preserved in a mixture of salt and sugar. The resulting product is a dark-colored fish with a strong, slightly sweet flavor. Sileytteenä is often served as a traditional snack or appetizer in Finland.

The name "sileytteenä" comes from the Finnish word for "reindeer Lentil," although the product is not made from reindeer meat or lentils. It is a protected designation of origin product, meaning that only products made in the Åland Islands using traditional methods can be labeled as genuine sileytteenä.

Sileytteenä is not a well-known product outside of Finland, but it has a dedicated following among locals and is often served during traditional gatherings and celebrations. It is also used as a ingredient in various Finnish recipes, such as a topping for crackers or bread.

The production of sileytteenä is strictly regulated to ensure the quality and authenticity of the product. The regional government of Åland plays a key role in promoting and controlling the production of this traditional product, which is an important part of Finnish culinary heritage.