Onion-dill pancakes with smoked salmon
4 servings
20 minutes
Onion-dill pancakes with smoked salmon are a true embodiment of Russian culinary tradition, where simple ingredients create a gastronomic masterpiece. Tender and airy, infused with the aroma of fresh dill and onion, they acquire a rich and intense flavor, especially when paired with spicy smoked salmon. Historically, pancakes hold an important place in Russian cuisine as a symbol of warm home comfort. A special emphasis is placed on the sour cream sauce with lemon juice that adds freshness and a hint of acidity. These pancakes are perfect for a cozy breakfast or as an elegant appetizer on a festive table. Their presentation is not only a taste delight but also an aesthetic pleasure, as thin slices of salmon laid atop crispy pancakes create an incredibly appetizing appearance.
1
Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add eggs and kefir. Mix until smooth.
- Wheat flour: 150 g
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Kefir: 200 ml
2
Add 2/3 dill and onion. Mix thoroughly again.
- Dill: 1 bunch
- Onion: 1 head
3
Heat the pan over medium heat, add a small amount of vegetable oil. Place the pancakes in the pan. Fry in batches and do not add too many at once.
4
Fry on medium heat until golden brown for about 2 minutes. Carefully flip (the pancakes are very delicate) and fry on the other side. Do the same with the remaining batter.
5
Mix sour cream with lemon juice and the remaining dill. Season with salt and pepper. Place 1 spoon on each serving of pancakes. Serve pancakes with sour cream and beautifully arranged smoked salmon.
- Sour cream: 100 g
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Dill: 1 bunch
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Cold smoked salmon: 200 g