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Crispy Potato Bread

Cultural Context

Crispy Potato Bread, known as Kartoshka in Ukraine, has roots in Eastern European cuisine, where potatoes are a staple. Traditionally, this bread is enjoyed during family gatherings and festive occasions, often served alongside hearty soups or stews. Its versatility has led to various adaptations, with some regions adding spices or toppings, making it a beloved dish beyond Ukraine.

UkrainianUAmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 kg potatoes
3 tbsp white flour
150 gr corn grits
salt

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats while margarine is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides similar creaminess with fewer calories.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable and less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen potato products

Sweet potatoes add nutrients, while frozen options save time.

1

Wash the potatoes well and rinse in clean water.

2

Cook the potatoes until done.

3

Drain the water and leave the potatoes to cool down.

4

Peel the potatoes.

5

Twist the potatoes on a meat grinder.

6

Add salt to taste.

7

Add 3 tablespoons of white flour and knead well.

8

Add 150 grams of corn grits and knead well again.

9

Form two balls from the dough.

10

Sprinkle the board with corn grits and form a circle 1.5-2 centimeters thick.

11

Sprinkle corn grits on top of the formed circles.

12

Bake at 200°C for 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingkneadingrisingbakingfrying

Equipment Needed

meat grinderbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

KartoshkaPotato Flatbread

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