Description
Lefse de patata noruego is a traditional Norwegian potato flatbread that is deliciously easy to make and perfect for serving warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mashed potatoes (about 2 large potatoes)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for rolling)
Instructions
- Begin by peeling and boiling the potatoes until tender. Drain and mash them until smooth. Allow the mashed potatoes to cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled mashed potatoes, softened butter, heavy cream, salt, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour, one cup at a time, mixing until a soft dough forms. You may need a little more or less flour depending on the moisture of the potatoes.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten slightly.
- On a floured surface, roll each piece of dough into a thin circle, about 1/8 inch thick. Use additional flour as needed to prevent sticking.
- Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Cook each lefse for about 1-2 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and let cool on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a sweeter version, add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dough and serve with sugar and butter.
- Try using different types of potatoes, such as Yukon Gold, for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Griddling
- Cuisine: Norwegian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg