Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, is a global celebration that marks the last day before the solemn season of Lent. What better way to bid farewell to indulgence than by embarking on a pancake journey around the world? Join us as we explore delightful pancake variations from different countries, each offering a unique twist to this universally loved treat.
1. Japanese Soufflé Pancakes:
Ingredients:
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons whole milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons sugar
Pinch of salt
Butter for cooking
Buckwheat Honey
Instructions:
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
Sift in flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Gently fold until just combined.
Heat a non-stick pan over low-medium heat and add a dollop of butter.
Spoon the batter onto the pan, creating small, thick pancakes.
Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side until golden.
Serve with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar for a Japanese-inspired pancake experience.
2. French Crêpes:
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons melted butter
Acacia Honey
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
In a blender, combine flour, eggs, milk, melted butter, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour a small amount of batter into the center, swirling to coat the pan evenly.
Cook for about 1-2 minutes, flip, and cook the other side until golden.
Fill these delicate French crêpes with Nutella, fresh fruits, or a sprinkle of sugar.
3. American Blueberry Pancakes:
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons melted butter
Fresh blueberries
Rose infused Honey
Instructions:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and melted butter. Pour into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Gently fold in fresh blueberries.
Heat a griddle or pan over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup portions of batter onto the griddle.
Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden.
Top with maple syrup for a classic American pancake experience.
4. Indian Masala Dosa:
Ingredients (Dosa Batter):
1 cup rice
1/2 cup urad dal (black gram)
1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
Salt to taste
Coriander Honey
Instructions:
Soak rice, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds separately for 6 hours.
Grind them together into a smooth batter, adding water as needed. Add salt and let it ferment overnight.
For Dosa:
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Pour a ladle of batter and spread it into a thin circle.
Drizzle with oil and cook until the edges lift and become crispy.
Fold or roll the dosa and serve with coconut chutney or sambar.
Conclusion:
This Pancake Day, elevate your culinary journey by flipping through these international pancake recipes. Whether you savor the light and airy Japanese Soufflé Pancakes, the delicate French Crêpes, the fluffy American Blueberry Pancakes, or the savory Indian Masala Dosa, each bite will transport you to a different corner of the world. Celebrate diversity and indulge in the global pancake extravaganza! 🌍🥞 #PancakeDay #InternationalPancakes #FlippingAroundTheWorld #GlobalCuisine
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