Lokše s Maslom a Makom (Potato Flatbread with Butter and Poppy Seeds)
Lokše are thin, savory potato pancakes, a staple in Slovak cuisine. This version is simply prepared with butter and a generous sprinkle of poppy seeds, offering a delightful balance of earthy potato and nutty poppy seed flavors.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 kg Potatoes(boiled, peeled, and cooled)
- 300 g All-purpose flour(plus more for dusting)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 100 g Butter(melted, for brushing)
- 50 g Poppy seeds(toasted, for sprinkling)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Grate the cooled, boiled, and peeled potatoes finely using a box grater or a food processor.
💡 Tip: Using older potatoes can result in less sticky dough. - 2
In a bowl, combine the grated potatoes, flour, and salt. Mix and knead until a smooth, non-sticky dough forms. Add more flour if necessary, but avoid over-flouring.
💡 Tip: The dough should be pliable and easy to handle. - 3
Divide the dough into 12-16 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
- 4
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a thin circle, about 15-20 cm (6-8 inches) in diameter.
💡 Tip: Roll the dough thinly for a more delicate lokše. - 5
Heat a dry, non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Cook each lokše for about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly puffed.
⏱️ 2-3 minutes per side💡 Tip: Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. - 6
As each lokše is cooked, brush it generously on both sides with melted butter.
💡 Tip: Brushing with butter while hot helps the lokše absorb the flavor. - 7
Sprinkle the buttered lokše with toasted poppy seeds. You can serve them flat or roll them up.
💡 Tip: Toasting the poppy seeds enhances their nutty flavor.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Lokše are best served warm, immediately after preparation.
- ✓If making ahead, reheat them gently in a pan or oven.
- ✓For a sweeter version, you can omit the poppy seeds and serve with jam or plum butter.
🔄 Variations
- Serve with duck or goose fat, a traditional accompaniment.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg to the dough for a subtle spice.