Pancakes with kefir and boiling water
Origin of the recipe
This recipe is a classic of Russian cuisine, especially popular at home. Kefir pancakes with boiling water differ from regular pancakes in that they use not just milk, but a fermented milk product called kefir. This gives them a unique flavor and a delicate texture. Adding boiling water makes the batter more fluid, allowing for thin, lacy pancakes. These pancakes are perfect for a family breakfast or a light dinner.
What do you need for cooking?
Ingredients
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Flour
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Kefir
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Water (boiling water)
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Chicken eggs
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Vegetable oil
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Sugar
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Salt
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Soda
Kitchen utensils
- Whisk
- shoulder blade
- Sieve
- deep bowl
- Frying pan with non-stick coating
Step-by-step recipe:
Step 1:
In a large bowl, combine kefir, eggs, sugar, salt and baking soda.
Step 2:
Whisk all ingredients until smooth.
Step 3:
Sift flour into a bowl with liquid.
Step 4:
Stir the dough until smooth.
Step 5:
Add boiling water and stir well again.
Step 6:
Add vegetable oil.
Step 7:
Mix gently and let the dough sit for a while.
Step 8:
Heat a frying pan and pour a portion of the batter into it. Fry the pancake over medium heat until golden brown on one side.
Step 9:
Carefully flip the pancake with a spatula and fry the other side.
Step 10:
Place the finished pancake on a plate. Repeat steps 8-10 until the batter is used up.
Step 11:
Serve hot kefir pancakes with boiling water! With sour cream or jam.
Cooking tips
For a better dough consistency, be sure to sift the flour before adding it - this will prevent lumps.
When frying, use medium heat - too high heat can cause burning.
If the dough seems too thick, you can add a little water.
These pancakes go great with any filling.
Experiment with the amount of sugar - for a more dietary option, you can reduce it or eliminate it altogether.
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of vanilla sugar to the dough.
