Pancakes with minced meat
4 servings
90 minutes
Stuffed pancakes are a classic dish of Russian cuisine that combines thin, delicate pancakes with hearty meat filling. The history of this recipe dates back centuries when pancakes were an integral part of Slavic celebrations and a symbol of the sun. Here they are paired with aromatic beef mince, onions, garlic, and spices to create a harmonious flavor. A light crust formed during frying adds a textural twist. These pancakes are usually served hot with a dollop of sour cream, making them even softer and juicier. They are perfect for a cozy family dinner or festive table setting, delighting with their rich taste and appetizing appearance.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Finely chop the onion, garlic, and parsley.
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Parsley: 10 g
3
In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil and sauté the onion until soft and golden. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Vegetable oil: 60 ml
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 1 clove
4
Add minced meat to the vegetables. Fry on high heat for 5 minutes. Reduce the heat, add salt and pepper, sprinkle with coriander and paprika, and fry for another 7-10 minutes.
- Ground beef: 400 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Ground coriander: 0.5 teaspoon
- Paprika: 0.5 teaspoon
5
At the end, add parsley and grated cheese, heat well. Remove the pan from the heat and let the filling cool.
- Parsley: 10 g
- Grated cheese: 50 g
6
Whisk the eggs with sugar and 0.5 teaspoon of salt until frothy. While continuing to whisk, pour in 1 cup of boiling water.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Water: 1 glass
7
Next, add the flour and pour in 1 cup of cold milk.
- Wheat flour: 1 glass
- Milk: 1 glass
8
At the very end, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
- Vegetable oil: 60 ml
9
Fry the pancakes on both sides in vegetable oil.
- Vegetable oil: 60 ml
10
Wrap 2 tablespoons of filling in each pancake.
- Ground beef: 400 g
11
Fry the pancakes over medium heat until they have a golden crust.
12
Serve the pancakes with filling hot with sour cream.
- Sour cream: to taste
