Ohrarieska (Finnish Barley Flatbread)
Ohrarieska is a traditional Finnish flatbread made primarily with barley flour, offering a rustic and wholesome taste. It's quick to prepare, typically baked until golden brown, and best served warm with butter or cheese.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 cups Barley flour
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Rolled oats (for sprinkling)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together barley flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 3
In a separate bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine the milk and melted butter.
- 4
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir with a fork until just combined. The dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
- 5
Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and smooth the top evenly.
- 6
Sprinkle the rolled oats over the top of the dough.
- 7
Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the flatbread springs back when touched and is beginning to turn golden brown.
- 8
Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Cut into squares or wedges and serve warm.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a crispier crust, you can bake this on a preheated baking stone.
- ✓Feel free to substitute rye flour or whole wheat flour for some of the all-purpose flour.
- ✓This bread is best enjoyed fresh, shortly after baking.
🔄 Variations
- Add a tablespoon of sugar to the dry ingredients for a slightly sweeter flatbread.
- Top with caraway seeds before baking for an extra layer of flavor.