Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

egg

beaten

0.5 tsp

salt

1 cup

flour

1 cup

milk

Step 1
~3 min

Beat egg in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Add flour and salt to the beaten egg.

Step 3
~3 min

Gradually add milk to the mixture while beating.

Step 4
~3 min

Continue beating until the batter is smooth and thin.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat a greased frying pan over medium heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Pour a thin layer of pancake batter onto the hot pan, covering the entire surface.

Step 7
~3 min

Cook until the edges are golden brown.

Step 8
~3 min

Flip the pancake and fry on the other side until golden brown.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve immediately with butter, sugar, syrup, jam, applesauce, cinnamon, or sugar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust milk quantity for desired batter consistency.

Ensure the pan is hot before pouring the batter.

For a richer flavor, use melted butter instead of oil for greasing the pan.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made 1 hour in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with butter and maple syrup.

Offer a variety of toppings such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bacon
Sausage
Fresh Berries

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

Mennonite cooking often emphasizes simple, hearty dishes.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast
Brunch

Occasion Tags

Weekend Breakfast
Family Brunch
Holiday Breakfast

Popularity Score

75/100

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