Where did lefse originate from?

Norway
What is Lefse? Lefse is a Norwegian original. Colorful stories carry it back to the time of the Vikings, but history shows potatoes first appearing in Norway some 250 years ago. On the traditional Norwegian homestead, enough lefse would be made at one time to last for up to a year.

What tradition is lefse?

Lefse (Norwegian pronunciation: [ˈlɛ̂fsə]) is a traditional soft Norwegian flatbread. It is often made with potatoes, flour, butter, and milk or cream. It is cooked on a large, flat griddle. Special tools are used to prepare lefse, including long wooden turning sticks and special rolling pins with deep grooves.

Do Germans eat lefse?

During Oktoberfest, Germans drink copious amounts of beer and they eat a lot of bratwursts. Pølser are Norwegian hot dogs (very similar to American hotdogs and nothing like German bratwursts) wrapped in a lompe–which is essentially lefse, a flatbread made of potatoes, butter, cream, and flour.

Do they make lefse in Norway?

In Norway, the lefse is sweet or savoury, thick or thin, can be made from wheat or potatoes, and can be served with a wide variety of accompaniments. Depending on the variety, the lefse can be eaten an alternative to bread or as a sweet pastry with coffee.

Are potatoes native to Norway?

The potato originated in the Andes in Latin America. “But it took a while before the potato arrived in Norway, around 1750,” says Kirsti Lothe Jacobsen.

Why was lefse invented?

It’s hard to say when lefse originated. Maybe the Norse God Odin first had it served to the souls of the slain warriors who occupy Valhalla as a way to fortify them for their final battle. That’s probably just a folk tale given the fact that the potato was introduced to Norway a little over 250 years ago.

What is the difference between lefse and Lompe?

Lompe is smaller in diameter and typically little thicker than lefse. Whereas making lefse is an all-day affair, I rolled a full batch of lompe in about 30 minutes for a weeknight dinner. Norwegian lomper make for a superior hot dog or sausage experience, but they are versatile!

What country eats the most lutefisk?

Far more lutefisk is consumed in the United States than in Scandinavia, much of it by Scandinavian Americans in Lutheran churches and fraternal lodges. Madison, Minnesota has dubbed itself the “lutefisk capital of the world” as well as claiming the largest per capita consumption of lutefisk in Minnesota.

When did potatoes get to Norway?

15th century
The potato arrived in Norway in the 15th century, when the coastline communities (mainly priests and military officials) began growing it in their fields along with Danish potatoes.

How is lefse eaten?

The most quintessential way to eat lefse is to spread it with sweet butter, sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, and then roll it up. This is makes an afternoon snack of surpassing quality.