Blini

Blini are traditional Russian pancakes that have been enjoyed for centuries. They are often served during Maslenitsa, a holiday that marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Blini

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Russian Courses: Appetizer, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 Eggs
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• for serving Sour cream
• for serving Caviar

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk. Mix well.
3. Gradually pour the egg and milk mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
4. Let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
5. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter.
6. Pour a small amount of batter onto the pan, spreading it out into a thin circle.
7. Cook until the edges start to brown and the top is set, then flip and cook the other side.
8. Repeat with the remaining batter.
9. Serve the blini with sour cream and caviar on top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 2g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.