One thing I've really missed from my pre-paleo days is the humble cracker. If only grain-free crackers were as abundant in the shops. Crackers are just the perfect thing to go with cheese, hummus, all sorts of dips.
But with fairly typical cracker ingredients looking like this:
Wheat Flour, Vegetable Oil, Salt, Malt Extract, Yeast Raising Agent (E336, E500), Emulsifier (E322:Soy), Milk Solids
That's a high price to pay for a vessel for a bit of cheese….
So I've been experimenting with my dehydrator, and have come up with these paleo crackers. Yes, the main ingredient is white potato. But these would work just as well with sweet potato or parsnip. Give it a try and let me know how it turns out!
Recipe: Grain-Free Crackers
Equipment
- Dehydrator
- Dehydrator Sheets
- Saucepan
- Masher
Ingredients
- 1 large potato peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons rosemary
- sea salt &black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: First, boil the potatoes as you would to make mashed potatoes. This helps to break down the starch. Drain the potatoes and mash them with the olive oil until smooth.
- Season the Mixture: Next, add the rosemary to the mashed potatoes and season with sea salt and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Shape the Crackers: Spoon a spoonful of the mixture onto a dehydrator sheet. Use the back of the spoon to shape the mixture into your preferred cracker size and shape.
- Dehydrate: Place the shaped crackers in the dehydrator and set it to 145 degrees. Dehydrate for about 16 hours, but check regularly and adjust the time as needed to achieve the desired crunchiness.
- Alternative Oven Method: If you don't have a dehydrator, you can also make these crackers in an oven. However, please research the times and temperatures carefully to ensure they dry out properly without burning.
These Grain-Free Crackers are a wonderful addition to your Paleo diet. They are simple to make and perfect for pairing with paleo cheese, hummus, or any of your favourite dips. Using a dehydrator makes them easy to prepare, and they store well for convenient snacking.
Feel free to experiment with different root vegetables like sweet potato or parsnip, and customize the seasoning to your taste. These crackers are versatile and can be tailored to suit your preferences.
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