Blini, the traditional Russian pancakes, are a delightful and versatile dish often served during festive occasions. These light and fluffy pancakes are perfect for breakfast, as an appetizer, or even as a snack. Traditionally, blini are made from buckwheat or wheat flour and are best enjoyed with toppings such as sour cream, caviar, or smoked salmon. In this recipe, we’ll explore how to make classic blini, ensuring they’re golden and have the perfect texture.
Recipe for Traditional Blini
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup milk, warm
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp melted butter, plus extra for cooking
- Optional toppings: sour cream, caviar, smoked salmon, jam, or honey
Instructions:
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, sugar, and baking powder.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the warm milk, eggs, and melted butter.
- Make the Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Rest the Batter: Let the batter sit for about 15 minutes at room temperature. This allows the gluten to relax and makes the blini lighter.
- Cook the Blini: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and brush with a bit of melted butter. Pour a small amount of batter into the skillet for each blini. Cook for about 1-2 minutes on the first side, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook for another minute on the other side until golden brown.
- Serve: Serve the blini warm with your choice of toppings.
Enjoy these traditional blini with family and friends, experimenting with various toppings to find your favorite combinations!
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