Pancakes according to an old Jewish recipe

6 servings

40 minutes

Pancakes from an old Jewish recipe are tender, airy, and aromatic treats that carry the warmth of traditional cuisine. Their history roots back to ancient Jewish family gatherings where they symbolized comfort and family unity. These pancakes are made using rich ingredients: butter, milk, and carefully whipped egg whites, making them surprisingly soft. The light sweetness of sugar combined with the thin batter creates a refined taste. They are perfect for breakfast or a cozy evening tea time. They can be served with honey, jam, or sour cream, revealing new flavor dimensions. This recipe has been passed down through generations, remaining an unchanged attribute of traditional Jewish cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 632.5
• Proteins: 18.2g
• Fats: 25.1g
• Carbohydrates: 84.1g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 4 pc
• Sugar: 5 tbsp
• Butter: 100 g
• Milk: 1 l
• Wheat flour: 0.5 kg
• Salt: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Separate the whites from the yolks.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces

2. Beat the yolks with sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 5 tablespoon

3. Heat the milk, melt the butter, mix the milk with the butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 1 l
   • Butter: 100 g

4. Combine the yolks with milk and butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 1 l
   • Butter: 100 g

5. Combine the obtained mixture with flour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 0.5 kg

6. Whip the egg whites separately with a pinch of salt and add to the rest of the mixture, stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces
   • Salt:  pinch

7. Let the dough rest for an hour or more.

8. Fry thin pancakes and fold them into quarters.