Singin Hinney is a traditional Welsh dish that resembles a savory hot cross bun or flatbread. This recipe produces a dense, comforting bread-like cake enriched with lard and studded with sweet currants. The dough is cooked slowly in a heavy frying pan, resulting in a crisp, golden crust and a soft, tender interior. It is best served warm, split in half, and slathered with butter. This makes for a perfect hearty breakfast or a unique savory snack. The combination of salty dough and sweet dried fruit creates a unique flavor profile that is both nostalgic and satisfying. Ideal for cold mornings or as a side to a simple meal, it requires minimal ingredients but delivers maximum comfort.
Singin Hinney
Description
Singin Hinney is a traditional Welsh dish that resembles a savory hot cross bun or flatbread. This recipe produces a dense, comforting bread-like cake enriched with lard and studded with sweet currants. The dough is cooked slowly in a heavy frying pan, resulting in a crisp, golden crust and a soft, tender interior. It is best served warm, split in half, and slathered with butter. This makes for a perfect hearty breakfast or a unique savory snack. The combination of salty dough and sweet dried fruit creates a unique flavor profile that is both nostalgic and satisfying. Ideal for cold mornings or as a side to a simple meal, it requires minimal ingredients but delivers maximum comfort.Ingredients
Directions
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Lightly grease a large, thick-based frying pan or girdle.
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Sift the flour, bicarbonate of soda, cream of tartar, and salt into a mixing bowl.
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Cut the lard into small pieces and add to the dry ingredients.
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Rub the lard into the flour mixture with your fingertips until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
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Stir in the currants.
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Gradually add the milk, stirring with a fork until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until smooth.
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Roll the dough out into an 8-inch diameter circle.
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Place the frying pan over low heat and add the dough circle.
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Cook gently for about 15 minutes, or until the underside is golden brown.
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Carefully flip the dough using a fish slice.
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Press down lightly on the edges with the slice to ensure even cooking.
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Cook on the second side for another 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
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Remove from the pan and let cool slightly.
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Slice the cake in half horizontally with a sharp knife.
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Spread butter generously on the cut sides.
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Sandwich the halves together and cut into wedges.
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Serve immediately while hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1404.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 77.0g119%
- Saturated Fat 29.6g148%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2441.5mg102%
- Total Carbohydrate 152.0g51%
- Dietary Fiber 5.4g22%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 20.0g40%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.