**Unraveling the Delights of Lefse: A Culinary Journey Through Norwegian Flatbread Traditions**
Embark on a culinary expedition into the heart of Norwegian cuisine with Lefse, a traditional flatbread that has captivated taste buds for centuries. Originating from the western and northern regions of Norway, Lefse's origins are deeply entwined with the country's rich heritage, often prepared during special occasions and holidays. This delectable flatbread is characterized by its soft, pliable texture, delicate flavor, and versatility that lends itself to a myriad of accompaniments. Our curated collection of Lefse recipes takes you on a journey through different culinary interpretations, from the classic potato-based Lefse to its variations incorporating unique ingredients like rye flour, wheat flour, and even a gluten-free option. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or seek innovative twists, these recipes cater to your diverse preferences, ensuring an unforgettable Lefse experience.
INSTANT POTATO NORWEGIAN LEFSE
This is a traditional Norwegian dish that my Great Grandmother, Mina Taylor, would make that was handed down to us. As children, we always had lefse for our Christmas Morning breakfast. I found an easy way using instant potatoes and this makes the process a lot easier to make the lefse in the mornings! We would eat the cooked lefse by rolling the lefse in cooked bacon with cream cheese and it is so good that way! I am not including the refrigeration time, which could be anywhere from 2 hours to overnight, which is what I do when I make them for Christmas morning. You could also try using a gluten free flour to see if it would be used for a gluten free diet.
Provided by LDSMom128
Categories Potato
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan or pot, bring the water to boil and add the milk, butter, sugar, and salt. When the milk has come to a boil, add the potato flakes and stir until smooth. Pour the potatoes into a large bowl and refrigerate.
- When ready to make the lefse, take out 2 cups of potatoes at a time and add 1 to 1 1/2 cups of flour and stir until it becomes a workable dough. Flour a counter surface and roll the dough out as thin as possible. Cut individual slices with the a round cookie cutter, or the top of a medium sized glass.
- Add about 1 tsp oil to a skillet pan and cook the lefse for about 3-5 minutes, or when brown blisters start to form on the top. Flip and cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Continue to cook the individual slices until the potato dough is gone. You may be able to cook several lefse at a time if you have a large enough skillet, if not cook one at a time. Any leftover cooked lefse may be refrigerate and used for about 3-5 more days.
INSTANT POTATO LEFSE
Make and share this Instant Potato Lefse recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sageca
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 100 3-inch pieces
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place dry ingredients into 3 quart bowl.
- In a saucepan, bring to boil water, milk, Half & Half, and margarine.
- Stir liquid into bowl of potato mixture until smooth.
- Refrigerate overnight.
- Lefse dough:.
- Work together with hands until flour has been absorbed. If sticky, add more flour. Place about 1 cup of dough on floured board and roll as thin as possible.
- Cut with 4-inch cookie cutter or 1 pound coffee can.
- Bake on hot griddle until light brown blisters appear; turn to complete baking. (Electric skillet or pancake griddle set at 400 degrees F.).
- Repeat process until all of potato mixture is used. Yield: 100 (3-inch) pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.3, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 1.2, Sodium 106.2, Carbohydrate 2.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.4, Protein 0.5
INSTANT POTATO LEFSE RECIPE - (4.1/5)
Provided by á-6994
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the above ingredients in two batches. It will make it easier to handle. In the evening prior, mix 4 1/2 c of Potato Buds in a mixing bowl with 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tbsp salt. Set aside and in a saucepan, combine 1/2 c butter, 1/2 cup Half & Half, and 3 c water. Bring to a boil. Once the mix is boiling, add in the dry ingredients until well blended. Repeat with the second batch. When both batches are done, place them in a cake pan and pat down evenly. Place a paper towel over the potatoes and then cover with plastic or foil. The paper towel will protect the potatoes from moisture by absorbing condensation that may form in refrigeration. Next morning, divide the dough into 2 batches. Remove 1 batch and place in a mixing bowl. Place the remaining batch back into the refrigerator. Add 1 1/2 cups flour to mixture. Knead a few minutes, adding more flour as needed. Using an ice cream scoop, scoop into balls enough for 1 lefse. Keep balls stored in refrigerator in a bowl or on a cookie sheet. Take out a couple at a time. Heat the lefse griddle to 400 deg. Prepare the lefse board by working flour onto the pastry cloth on the board. If using a covered rolling pin, dust with flour. Begin rolling out the balls into thin flat round sheets. When rolled out, transfer to the lefse griddle. Note: Be careful not to over flour when rolling out the dough. Too much flour will cause the lefse to become tough, dry and crack around the edges when cooking.
Tips:
- Use a food processor to make the dough. This will save you time and effort, and it will also help to ensure that the dough is smooth and evenly mixed.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can make the dough by hand. Just be sure to knead it well until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rest for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help the dough to relax and become easier to work with.
- When rolling out the dough, be sure to use a lightly floured surface. This will prevent the dough from sticking to the surface and tearing.
- Roll the dough out very thinly. The thinner the dough is, the crispier the lefse will be.
- Cook the lefse on a hot griddle or skillet. This will help to create a crispy exterior and a soft and chewy interior.
- Serve the lefse warm or at room temperature. Lefse can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Instant potato lefse is a delicious and easy-to-make flatbread that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a versatile bread that can be served with a variety of toppings, such as butter, sugar, cinnamon, or jam. Lefse is also a popular holiday bread in Norway and is often served at Christmas and other special occasions.
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