Ancient Savoury Griddle CakesOrigin: Ancient Period: Traditional |
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Griddle cakes are probably one of the most basic of foods and as soon as you have agriculture you can have griddle cakes. After all, they're just a blend of flour, animal fat and liquid cooked on a hot surface. In the Bronze Age the hot surface might be a rock placed on the edge of your hearth. In the Iron Age and later it would be a griddle pan. This is a basic savoury recipe. To liven it up add herbs, onions, leeks and various greens. Ingredients:
250g wholemeal flour 
Method:PreparationCombine the flour and salt in a bowl then add the lard or butter and rub in with your fingers until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir-in the egg (if using) then add just enough milk to bring the mixture together as a firm dough. Pinch-off pieces of the dough, shape into balls about 4cm in diameter then flatten into patties. Heat your griddle and grease lightly with butter. Add the griddle cakes and fry until nicely browned on both sides and cooked through (about 5 minutes per side, but the exact time will depend on your oven (fire) and method of cooking. These make an excellent accompaniment to any savoury dish. |
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