Potato Flatbread

This Potato Flatbread is so versatile and tasty. You won't believe these delicious, nutritious flatbreads were actually made from potatoes!

This Potato Flatbread recipe is definitely a great one to have on hand. Whether you need to use up some leftover mashed potatoes or are looking for a flatbread that's vegan and healthy, this recipe will fit the bill. You're going to love their simple taste and texture.

Potato Flatbread may sound all-American, but actually, there is a variation of this dish found in many different countries. In Ireland, they call them potato farls, though they look different. In Slovakia, they're lokše, and in Norway, they call them lefse. But despite these small differences, it's obvious that potato flatbread is appreciated all over the world

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Main Ingredients

• Cooked Potatoes. Russet potatoes work best in this recipe. They could be boiled or baked.
• Butter. I use vegan butter, but this ingredient could be skipped if desired.
• Milk. I like to use oat milk here. However, any dairy or unsweetened plant milk would work as well.
• Flour. Unbleached white flour is best. If you want a slightly healthier option, you could use a half-half mix of white flour and whole wheat flour.
• Salt.
• Sugar.

How to Make Potato Flatbread

1. Bake or boil the potatoes with their skins on until they're soft.

2. Cool the potatoes completely before removing the skins. Then place the peeled potatoes in a large bowl and mash thoroughly with a potato masher.

3. Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl, and make a dough.

4. Add flour to a hard surface and divide the dough into 8 equal parts. Form each piece into a round shape. Roll each part thin (as thin as you can without it breaking). Make sure both your work space and the dough are dusted with flour to avoid sticking.

5. Cook each flatbread over medium to high heat on a dry frying pan for about 2 minutes (1 minute per side), or until done. If the flour starts burning and creates smoke, just take a damp paper towel and gently wipe the skillet clean.

Ways to Serve

• As is. These flatbreads are the perfect side to any dish!
• With Butter. Take a stick of butter (I use plant-based butter) and gently massage it into the warm flatbread. You can top it with some herbs as well.
• With Jam or Peanut Butter. Or both. 🙂 Makes a quick and filling breakfast.
• With Butter+Sugar+Cinnamon. That's how the Norwegian people enjoy it!
• Use as a Substitute for Tortillas. Make a burrito, quesadilla, or a wrap with these potato flatbreads.
• Make a Sandwich. My favorite way to eat it is to spread on some goat cheese, add some salmon and arugula, and then wrap it. YUM!

How to Store Potato Flatbreads

Let the flatbread cool completely. Store it in an airtight container or ziplock bag. You can keep it refrigerated for up to 6 days. These could be reheated in the microwave, on the stove, or in a panini press.

Recipe Variations

Add herbs to the dough. Dill, parsley, basil, cilantro, thyme, or mint make a great addition.

Add chia or flax seeds. For extra health benefits, add a heaping tablespoon of chia or flax seeds (ground or whole) straight into the dough.

Use whole wheat flour. For best results, use a 50/50 blend of white and whole wheat flour.

Helpful Tips

If using mashed potatoes. You can make this with leftover mashed potatoes. Since mashed potatoes are already seasoned and have milk in them, you would need to skip the salt/sugar/butter/milk ingredients and steps in the recipe. You might need to adjust the amount of flour slightly.

Use a heavy-bottomed skillet. This will help distribute heat evenly. If the flour starts burning and creates smoke, just take a damp paper towel and gently wipe the skillet clean and then proceed with the next flatbread (check out the instructional video below).

Use extra flour. Make sure you use enough flour when rolling the flatbreads so they don't stick to the rolling pin or table. Dust off the extra flour before frying.

These Potato Flatbreads are a healthy alternative to flour tortillas and pita bread. Potatoes boast a number of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin C and potassium, and they also contain fiber. Plus, they're so versatile. So, you can enjoy these delicious, and international, potato flatbreads for any meal of the day!

More delicious ways to use your potatoes:

• Potatoes with Mushrooms
• Roasted Green Beans and Potatoes
• Skillet Potatoes
• Spiralized Fried Potatoes
• Gluten-Free Vegan Breadsticks