The national dish of Finland is Karelian stew also known as Karjalanpaisti.
Karelian stew is a hearty meat stew that is traditionally made with pork, beef and sometimes reindeer or lamb.
The Karelian stew is often also served along with boiled potatoes or mashed potatoes.
Karelian pasties or Karjalanpiirakat and rye bread are also very popular in Finland.
Karelian pasties are thin rye crust pastries that are filled with rice porridge and often enjoyed with egg butter.
Rye bread is also a staple in Finnish cuisine and is known for it's high fiber content and sourdough.
Macaroni casserole is also a popular food in Finland along with Lohikeitto.