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Authentic Blini

Paper-thin, yeast-leavened Russian pancakes with a distinct tang, traditionally served in stacks and rolled around smoked salmon, caviar, or jam.

RussianPrep: 30 minCook: 30 minTotal: 1h
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  1. 1

    Dissolve yeast and sugar in the warm milk. Whisk in the flour and egg yolks. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until bubbly.

  2. 2

    Stir the melted butter and salt into the risen batter.

  3. 3

    Whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

  4. 4

    Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter to keep it light and airy.

  5. 5

    Heat a buttered crepe pan or skillet. Pour a thin layer of batter, tilting the pan to spread it evenly.

  6. 6

    Cook for 1 minute until bubbles form, flip, and cook 30 seconds . Serve warm, smeared with sour cream and topped with salmon.

📋Details

CuisineRussian
Meal Typemain

⚗Elemental Properties

🔥Fire
13%
💧Water
45%
🌍Earth
30%
💨Air
12%

⚗️Alchemical Scores

MonicaConstant
—/100
Heat1%
Entropy2%
Reactivity97%
0.024
Heat
0.056
Entropy
2.599
Reactivity

📊Nutrition Per Serving

631.94cal
Per serving
% Daily Value
32%
of 2000 cal
protein19.53g12%
carbs105.28g67%
fat13.71g20%
% Daily Value
Protein
19.53g39%
Carbs
105.28g38%
Fat
13.71g18%
Fiber
3.26g12%
Sugar
14.26g29%
Sodium
139.63mg6%