Pancakes with carrots and apples

6 servings

40 minutes

Carrot and apple pancakes are a cozy and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine filled with the natural sweetness of fruits and vegetables. Their history roots back to home traditions when housewives tried to create simple yet tasty dishes from available ingredients. The combination of carrots, apples, and raisins gives the pancakes softness, a slight tanginess, and natural sweetness, while kefir and semolina make the batter airy. These pancakes are perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea, especially with honey, sour cream, or jam. They energize and delight with their rich flavor. The simplicity of preparation allows everyone to enjoy this traditional treat while preserving the coziness of home recipes.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 256.8
• Proteins: 7.6g
• Fats: 3.7g
• Carbohydrates: 49g

Ingredients

• Carrot: 3 pc
• Apple: 3 pc
• Raisin: 100 g
• Kefir: 1 glass
• Semolina: 4 tbsp
• Wheat flour: 4 tbsp
• Sugar: 2 tbsp
• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Slaked soda: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Grate 3 carrots on a coarse grater and pour with kefir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 3 pieces
   • Kefir: 1 glass

2. Add semolina, flour, salt, sugar, egg, raisins - mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Semolina: 4 tablespoons
   • Wheat flour: 4 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Sugar: 2 tablespoons
   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Raisin: 100 g

3. Grate 3 apples on a coarse grater, add to the mixture, and stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Apple: 3 pieces

4. Add baking soda mixed with vinegar (teaspoon), stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Slaked soda:  pinch

5. Bake in vegetable oil in a heated pan.