Pancakes-pies
4 servings
35 minutes
Blini-pirozhki are a cozy combination of traditional Russian pancakes and hearty pies. Born in home kitchens, this recipe embodies the people's love for various fillings: from sweet jam to juicy liver. The dough made from cottage cheese and kefir gives the pancakes softness and lightness, while the cooking process allows the filling to unfold, filling each piece with tenderness and aroma. This dish is perfect for family breakfasts or warm gatherings when you crave something delicious and comforting. The delicate dough easily folds into a neat semicircle, hiding an amazing filling inside—just the way you like it. They can be enjoyed hot or slightly cooled but always with unchanging pleasure!
1
We beat the cottage cheese with eggs, add half of the kefir mixture. Add salt, sugar, and then pour in the flour.
- Curd cheese (tvorog): 200 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Soured milk: 500 ml
- Salt: to taste
- Sugar: to taste
- Wheat flour: 300 g
2
Add baking soda to the remaining milk and mix well. Then combine it with the cottage cheese mixture. Whip everything well. The mixture reaches the consistency of thick sour cream.
- Soured milk: 500 ml
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
3
Next, prepare the filling to taste. The filling can be anything: mushrooms, liver, cabbage, jam, cottage cheese, chicken, everything should be cooked.
4
Pour a portion of the batter into a well-heated pan, reduce the heat, and cover with a lid. Once you notice the bottom of the pancake is browning, carefully add the filling (closer to the center) and fold the pancake in half with a spatula.
- Vegetable oil: 100 ml
5
The dough is pliable and easily rolls up. We cover the pan with a lid for 1 minute, then flip the pancake and cover it again.