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English Pancakes

Cultural Context

English pancakes are a beloved breakfast staple, often enjoyed on Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Day. Traditionally, this day marks the start of Lent, where people would use up rich ingredients like eggs and milk before fasting. Today, these pancakes are enjoyed year-round, often served with sweet toppings like lemon juice and sugar or syrup, and are a popular choice for brunch.

BritishGBdessert
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
110 grams plain flour
pinch of salt
200 milliliters soy milk
75 milliliters water
2 organic free range eggs
50 grams plant-based butter
lemon wedges
caster sugar

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water keeps it budget-friendly.

1

Melt 50 grams of plant-based butter on low heat and set aside.

2

In a mixing bowl, sift 110 grams of plain flour with a pinch of salt.

3

Make a well in the center of the flour and crack in 2 organic free range eggs.

4

Incorporate the eggs into the flour until it looks a bit doughy.

5

Gradually add 200 milliliters of soy milk and 75 milliliters of water while whisking with a whisk until it resembles thin cream.

6

Whisk in 2 tablespoons of the melted butter, leaving enough for frying, until combined.

7

Optionally, let the batter rest for about 30 minutes to allow air bubbles to disperse.

8

Heat a large non-stick frying pan to high temperature and lubricate with a piece of kitchen paper dipped in melted butter.

9

Ladle the batter into the center of the pan and tilt to distribute it evenly.

10

Cook for less than a minute until the underside is golden brown, then flip the pancake using a spatula.

11

Transfer the cooked pancake to a plate and repeat the process for the remaining batter.

12

Serve the pancakes with lemon wedges and caster sugar, rolling them up before eating.

Cooking Techniques

mixingcooking

Equipment Needed

large non-stick frying panwhiskspatulaswooden spoonladle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freeegg-freeplant-based

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

British PancakesCrepes

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