Pancakes with meat filling
4 servings
30 minutes
Meat-filled pancakes are a classic dish of Russian cuisine that embodies the warmth of home and centuries-old traditions. Thin, golden pancakes with tender meat filling create a harmony of flavors: the soft dough gently envelops the juicy meat, highlighting its aroma with spices and onions. The recipe for these pancakes originated in rural cooking when housewives used leftover meat to turn it into a hearty and elegant treat. Pancakes are perfect for cozy family lunches, festive feasts, and even quick snacks. They are served with sour cream, herbs or vegetable sauce to enhance the flavor with new nuances. The crispy crust after frying makes them especially appetizing, while the variety of fillings opens up endless possibilities for experimentation. Easy to prepare, they remain a beloved dish for centuries.
1
Prepare a liquid dough, similar to thin sour cream, from one egg, salt, milk, and flour.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Milk: 500 ml
- Wheat flour: 250 g
2
Bake small thin pancakes on a heated, greased skillet.
- Vegetable oil: 50 ml
3
Fry the meat passed through the meat grinder and pass it again through the grinder with pre-fried finely chopped onion.
- Meat: 250 g
- Onion: 1 piece
4
Add three finely chopped hard-boiled eggs, salt, pepper, and mix well.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Place filling in the center of each pancake, fold into an envelope, and fry in a pan.
- Vegetable oil: 50 ml