Christmas Lefse

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
4%
Christmas Lefse
515 min.
12
171kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey this Christmas with your family and friends as you create the scrumptious, traditional Norwegian dish, Christmas Lefse. This vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP recipe is perfect for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring everyone can indulge in its mouthwatering flavors. With a preparation time of 515 minutes, it's a labor of love that yields a sumptuous side dish for 12 lucky individuals. Each serving contains only 171 calories, making it a guilt-free treat you can enjoy without hesitation.

Crafted from a simple yet exquisite blend of ingredients, including 3 tablespoons of melted butter, 5 pounds of potatoes, and a dash of salt, this recipe promises an unforgettable taste experience. The process begins with boiling the potatoes and then mashing them to perfection with butter and cream, before allowing the mixture to rest in the refrigerator overnight. The following day, the potato dough is shaped, rolled, and cooked to golden-brown perfection on a lefse grill or griddle.

This traditional Norwegian dish is not only a feast for your palate but also a fun activity to share with your loved ones. Gather around the kitchen, roll out the lefse, and create cherished memories as you savor the aroma of Christmas Lefse filling your home. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes the importance of balanced nutrition, this recipe offers a protein-packed, moderate-fat, and high-carb delight.

Prepare to impress your guests with this delectable, homemade side dish that honors the spirit of Christmas. Dive into the rich history and flavors of Norway by making your very own Christmas Lefse – a time-honored tradition transformed into a modern, inclusive, and delectable treat for the senses.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • pounds potatoes peeled
  • tablespoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • pot
  • grill
  • kitchen towels
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Place potatoes and salt into a pot and fill with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes can be easily pierced with a fork.
  2. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Measure in the butter and cream and mash until completely smooth. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  3. Use your hands to shape the potato mixture into four even logs about 6 inches long.
  4. Cut each log into 4 or 5 pieces. Using just enough flour to keep the dough from sticking, roll out each portion as thinly as possible. Flip the dough over frequently and add more flour as needed.
  5. Adding too much flour can make the lefse tough so be careful.
  6. Heat a lefse grill or griddle over medium heat. Cook one at a time until the lefse are golden brown with darker brown bubbles on each side, flipping over once. Use a flat lefse turner if you have one. Stack finished lefse on a plate or tray and cover with a tea towel to keep them from drying out. Once the lefse are completely cool, wrap in plastic to keep it moist.

Nutrition Facts

Calories171kcal
Protein8.82%
Fat15.51%
Carbs75.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.15
Glycemic Load
24.17
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.4439130571225%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
1.51mg
Quercetin
1.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:170.62kcal
8.53%
Fat:3.01g
4.63%
Saturated Fat:1.85g
11.55%
Carbohydrates:33.02g
11.01%
Net Carbohydrates:28.86g
10.5%
Sugar:1.48g
1.64%
Cholesterol:7.53mg
2.51%
Sodium:615.21mg
26.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.85g
7.69%
Vitamin C:37.23mg
45.13%
Vitamin B6:0.56mg
27.88%
Potassium:796.64mg
22.76%
Fiber:4.16g
16.63%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.53%
Magnesium:43.55mg
10.89%
Phosphorus:108.57mg
10.86%
Copper:0.2mg
10.23%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.09%
Vitamin B3:1.99mg
9.97%
Iron:1.48mg
8.22%
Folate:30.34µg
7.59%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.63%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.68%
Vitamin K:3.84µg
3.65%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.63%
Calcium:23.88mg
2.39%
Vitamin A:91.24IU
1.82%
Source:Allrecipes