Norwegian Lefse, or potato pancake

Lefse traditional Norwegian flatbread, made mainly from potatoes. It resembles a soft and slightly sweet pancake, and is often eaten rolled with butter, sugar, and sometimes cinnamon. In this gluten-free version, lefse is a perfect recipe for those looking for a tasty alternative to classic bread or pancakes. Easy to prepare at home, this Norwegian bread is also ideal to accompany meals.

Preparation time 10 mins

Cooking time 40 mins

Total time 50 mins

Difficulty: beginner

Servings: 12

Ingredients

500 g potatoes (preferably mashed potatoes)
50 g melted butter
100 g rice flour
50 g of potato starch
1 tsp of salt
1 Tbsp sugar (optional, for a slightly sweet version)

Preparation

1
Cook the potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into pieces, then cook them in boiling salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain them well.
2
Prepare the mash: Puree the potatoes until smooth, without lumps. Add the melted butter to the still hot puree and mix well. Let the puree cool for a few minutes.
3
Incorporate the flours: In a large bowl, mix the mashed potatoes with the rice flour, potato starch, salt, and sugar (if using). Work the dough until you obtain a homogeneous consistency, soft but not sticky.
4
Divide and roll out the dough: Divide the dough into small, evenly sized balls (about the size of a golf ball). Lightly flour the work surface with rice flour, then roll out each ball of dough into a thin disk, about 2-3mm thick.
5
Cooking: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Place a lefse in the hot pan and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side, until small golden bubbles appear on the surface. Repeat for each lefse.
6
Serve: Lefse is traditionally eaten hot, spread with butter and sprinkled with sugar. You can also roll it with cinnamon, jam, or savory toppings depending on your preferences.

Note

Storage : Lefse keeps well in a clean cloth to prevent it from drying out. You can also freeze them to eat later.
Savory or sweet versions : For a savory version, add herbs like dill or rosemary to the batter. For a sweet version, sugar and cinnamon add a touch of sweetness.

Keywords: Gluten -free Norwegian Lefse, gluten -free bread, gluten -free pancake