Ployes, also known as "galettes de sarrasin" or French buckwheat pancakes, are a regional French specialty from the Brittany region of northwestern France. These delicate and crispy pancakes are made with buckwheat flour, a naturally gluten-free grain, and are a traditional peasant food that has been enjoyed for centuries. With their nutty flavor and slightly chewy texture, ployes are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a savory or sweet breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
PLOYES: FRENCH BUCKWHEAT PANCAKES
A French Canadian crepe that is used in place of bread or served as a breakfast pancake. Great for lunch wrapped around chicken salad or served w/ warm maple syrup for brunch.I highly recommend using Rumford brand baking powder.
Provided by Aroostook
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Yield 12 crepes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix dry ingredients.
- Add cold water and let stand for 10 minutes.
- Add boiling water and drop to make thin 6" pancakes on hot griddle, 400 degrees I use ungreased cast iron fry pan or non-stick electric griddle, ungreased.
- Bake on one side only, until bubbles break and pancake is firm.
- Serve on warm platter.
PLOYES
Provided by Food Network
Time 20m
Yield 15 ployes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix together the buckwheat flour, white flour, baking powder and salt with 3/4 cup/175 ml cold water to make a paste. Add the boiling water and mix until smooth and runny. Let the batter sit for 30 minutes.
- Heat a cast-iron griddle. Without adding any fat, ladle the mixture onto the griddle and let it run into small pancakes. Watch bubbles form all over the cakes and wait until the top of the cakes are completely dry. (Do not flip the ployes until they are completely cooked.) Once they look dry, flip them and just "kiss" the pan with the other side.
- Keep the cooked ployes warm in a warm oven while you fry the rest.
Tips:
- To make the perfect ployes batter, use a combination of buckwheat flour and all-purpose flour. This will give the pancakes a light and fluffy texture.
- Be sure to let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will allow the buckwheat flour to absorb the liquid and create a smoother batter.
- When cooking the ployes, use a well-seasoned cast iron skillet. This will help to prevent the pancakes from sticking and will give them a nice golden brown color.
- Serve the ployes hot with your favorite toppings, such as butter, jam, or honey.
Conclusion:
Ployes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a new pancake recipe, give ployes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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