Crispy Icelandic Flatkaka with Smoked Trout and Dill

Name: Crispy Icelandic Flatkaka with Smoked Trout and Dill
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 2 cups rye flour; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp salt; 1 cup buttermilk; 200g smoked trout, thinly sliced; 1 bunch fresh dill, chopped; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tsp honey; Pinch of salt and pepper; 1 lemon, cut into wedges; Additional fresh dill sprigs

A traditional Nordic flatbread topped with smoky trout and fresh dill

This Icelandic dish features crispy flatkaka, a traditional rye flatbread, paired with smoked trout and enhanced by fresh dill for a refreshing and satisfying experience.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Flatkaka

2 cups rye flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt

1 cup buttermilk

For the Topping

200g smoked trout, thinly sliced

1 bunch fresh dill, chopped

For the Dressing

1/2 cup sour cream

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp honey

Pinch of salt and pepper

For Garnishing

1 lemon, cut into wedges

Additional fresh dill sprigs

Preparation

Making the Flatkaka Dough

Mix dry ingredients

In a bowl, mix together rye flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Add buttermilk

Gradually add the buttermilk and mix until you form a smooth dough.

Rest the dough

Let the dough rest for 30 minutes, covered with a damp cloth.

Preparing the Topping

Slice smoked trout

Slice the smoked trout into thin strips and set aside.

Chop dill

Chop the dill finely and keep ready for assembly.

Prepare dressing

Mix together ingredients for the dressing and chill in the refrigerator.

Cooking Process

Roll out the dough

Divide the dough into small balls and roll them into thin circles.

Bake the flatkaka

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and bake the flatkaka on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes until crispy.

Assemble the dish

Spread the chilled dressing on the crispy flatkaka, then layer with smoked trout and a sprinkle of chopped dill.

Plating & Serving