Not just for Shrove Tuesday, pancakes are a quick, easy snack to prepare and can be enjoyed in sweet or savoury form. Pancake recipes have been discovered from as far back as the 16th century, and are present in many cultures under different names – crêpes in France, blinis in Russia and dosa in India, for example.
Metric
Imperial
- 125g of plain flour
- 1 pinch of salt
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 225 whole milk, warmed
- vegetable oil, for frying
Method
Variations
For a fluffier pancake, try replacing the milk with buttermilk. You can substitute the flour for wholemeal for a healthier option.
Serving suggestions
Pancakes are traditionally served with sugar and lemon as Dominic Chapman does in his simple recipe. They can make a delicious dessert, as Marcello Tully shows with his banana and toffee pancakes, but they can also be used in savoury dishes: Shaun Hill adds chard and dill to his pancakes and serves them with smoked salmon.
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