Pancake pie with tomatoes, mushrooms and cheese
8 servings
20 minutes
Pancake pie with tomatoes, mushrooms, and cheese is a true celebration of the flavors of Russian cuisine. This unusual pie combines the tenderness of thin pancakes, the juiciness of tomatoes, the aroma of fried champignons, and the spiciness of garlic, complemented by a gooey cheese crust. It is believed that pancake pie recipes have roots in Russian culinary traditions where pancakes symbolized the sun and warmth. Such a pie is perfect for a cozy family dinner or festive table. It can be served hot or slightly cooled, with each layer delighting with new flavor combinations. The lightness of the dough, richness of the filling, and appetizing baked crust make this pie a favorite dish for those who appreciate home cooking with a soulful story.
1
First, we prepare the pancakes. For this, we beat the eggs with milk, then add flour, salt, and sugar. We finely chop the greens and add them to the pancake batter. We fry the pancakes in a heated pan on both sides. You will get about 5-6 pancakes.
- Chicken egg: 3 pieces
- Milk: 300 ml
- Wheat flour: 150 g
- Salt: to taste
- Sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh herbs: 1 bunch
2
Slice the tomatoes into rounds, grate the cheese on a coarse grater, clean the mushrooms, slice them and lightly fry them with a bit of salt. If using garlic, press it through a garlic press.
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
- Grated cheese: 200 g
- Button mushrooms: 300 g
- Salt: to taste
- Garlic: 2 cloves
3
Now we assemble the pie. For this, place one pancake in the mold, add some tomatoes (season with salt and pepper), mushrooms, and sprinkle with cheese and garlic, cover with a second pancake, and continue like this.
- Tomatoes: 4 pieces
- Button mushrooms: 300 g
- Grated cheese: 200 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
4
Sprinkle the top pancake with cheese and send the pie to a preheated oven at 180 degrees. Let the finished pie cool slightly and serve it hot or cold.
- Grated cheese: 200 g
