Today my longtime historian buddy Chris landed in Scotland. He’s been looking forward to this trip for a long time even though he’s been there before. Or, actually, that's the reason why he has been looking forward to it. He knows what cool stuff awaits.
I decided it was time to add an episode to my cooking channel, so I whipped up a batch of Oatcakes in his honor from a recipe I nicked from a cookbook at my friend Eyjo’s house in Iceland. It’s a modern twist on a very, very old recipe that can be found in several human cultures going all the way back to the ancient world, but you’ll find that Oatcakes are so omnipresent in Scotland you wouldn’t be blamed for thinking they invented them.
Sometimes sweet, sometimes not. Sometimes slightly soft and sometimes hard enough to break a tooth. That is the humble Oatcake.
Check out my 20-minute video for how to make them, plus get a little history lesson too because, well, you know why. History teachers gotta teach history. You can also check out my other videos while you’re there. More good food and more history. Two of my favorite things.
Chris, wherever you are, this one’s for you my friend. I hope you find yourself enjoying an Oatcake or two with a wee dram or two (or three or four…).
Skál !
Hi Ed
No, nothing like any scone I’ve ever had. They are only 1/4 inch thick so much more like a crunchy cookie than a scone.
I've always loved Oat cakes. Never tried making my own though. I will watch the video and give it a try.