Russian Blini

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 10
Traditional Russian Blini with Black Caviar or Lox
in Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

2 hr 50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup water , lukewarm
1/2 cup buckwheat flour
2 cups milk , warmed slightly
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 lb butter , melted & cooled
3 egg whites
1.5 packages yeast
2 cups flour , white
3 egg yolks , slightly beaten
1 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons sour cream
16 ounces black caviar or 16 ounces lox

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
125
Sugar
2g
Fat
9g
Russian Blini are thin pancakes made from a batter of buckwheat flour, eggs, and milk. These savory pancakes are a staple food in Russia and are traditionally served with melted butter, sour cream, and black caviar or lox. The batter is made by combining buckwheat flour, white flour, yeast, egg yolks, and warmed milk. The mixture is left to rise for 1½ to 2 hours before folding in beaten egg whites. The blinis are then cooked on a non-stick pan until they are golden brown. This dish is delicious and a perfect breakfast meal for those who prefer savory options.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, stir together the lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar until the yeast is dissolved.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the buckwheat flour, white flour, and salt.
3.Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture, egg yolks, and warmed milk. Whisk until smooth. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1½ to 2 hours.
4.In another bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Fold the egg whites into the batter.
5.Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Using a ⅓ cup measure, pour batter onto the pan. Cook the blini for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
6.Serve hot with melted butter, sour cream, and black caviar or lox.

PROS

Blinis are a flavorful and versatile breakfast dish that can be customized with a variety of toppings.
Buckwheat flour, a primary ingredient in blinis, is gluten-free and high in protein and fiber.
Black caviar or lox is a source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein.

CONS

The blini batter can be tricky to make, and it takes time for the batter to rise.
Black caviar can be expensive and difficult to find, and lox is high in sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Buckwheat flour, which is the primary ingredient in blinis, is a good source of protein, fiber, and essential minerals like iron, magnesium, and phosphorus. Black caviar is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation and improve heart health. Lox is also a source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

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