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Russian Syrniki

Cultural Context

Syrniki originated in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia and Ukraine, as a way to use leftover cottage cheese. Traditionally enjoyed for breakfast, they are a beloved comfort food, often served with sour cream or fruit preserves. Today, variations have emerged globally, with different fillings and toppings, making them a versatile dish for any meal.

RussianRUbreakfast
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
300 ml kefir
0.5 tsp baking soda
3 tbsp sugar
pinch of salt
3 tbsp flour
250 g cheese curd
1 egg
3 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp flour
sour cream
berries

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: quark

Ricotta offers a similar texture with fewer calories.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: whole wheat flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds nuttiness.

1

Make oladyi by mixing 300 ml of kefir with 0.5 tsp of baking soda until bubbles appear.

2

Add 3 tbsp of sugar and a pinch of salt to the kefir mixture.

3

Add 3 tbsp of flour and adjust the texture as needed.

4

Fry small pancakes (oladushki) in a pan.

5

Serve oladushki with a tablespoon of Greek yogurt and strawberry jam.

6

For syrniki, mix 250 g of cheese curd with 1 egg and 3 tbsp of sugar.

7

Add 2 tbsp of flour to the cheese mixture and mix well.

8

Form the syrniki into circles on a floured surface.

9

Fry the syrniki in a pan and serve with sour cream and berries.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

chopping boardpan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

SyrnikiCheese PancakesCottage Cheese Fritters

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