Thin lacy pancakes with boiling water

4 servings

35 minutes

Thin lace pancakes with boiling water are an elegant and airy dish of Russian cuisine, distinguished by an unusual cooking technique. The use of boiling water gives the dough a special lightness, making the pancakes thin yet not tearing, and their lace texture makes them not only tasty but also beautiful. The history of such recipes goes back centuries when housewives sought ways to make baked goods softer and more tender. These pancakes can be served with honey, sour cream, jam, or even savory fillings, making them a versatile choice for both breakfast and festive tables.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 240.1
• Proteins: 7.1g
• Fats: 14.3g
• Carbohydrates: 20.6g

Ingredients

• Chicken egg: 2 pc
• Sugar: 1 tbsp
• Salt: 0.3 tsp
• Milk: 1 glass
• Boiling water: 0.7 glass
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
• Wheat flour: 0.5 glass

Cooking steps

1. Beat eggs, sugar, and salt with a mixer.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Sugar: 1 tablespoon
   • Salt: 0.3 teaspoon

2. Add milk and stir.

   Required ingredients:

   • Milk: 1 glass

3. Add flour to make the dough thick like sour cream.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 0.5 glass

4. Pour boiling water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Boiling water: 0.7 glass

5. Add vegetable oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

6. Grease the pan with lard or vegetable oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

7. Fry thin pancakes.