Best 5 Russian Blintsi Recipes

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Blintsi, also known as Russian pancakes, are a beloved dish in Russian cuisine, often enjoyed as a breakfast or brunch item. These thin, round pancakes are incredibly versatile, offering a variety of sweet and savory options to suit every taste. Whether you prefer the classic combination of butter and sour cream, or something more elaborate like filled blintsi with cottage cheese or minced meat, there's a blintsi recipe out there to satisfy your cravings. So, let's dive into the world of blintsi and discover some of the best recipes to make this delectable dish at home.

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RUSSIAN BLINTSI



Russian Blintsi image

These Blintsi are a light type of very thin pancake. They have been a tradition in our Russian family for over 100 years.

Provided by William Uncle Bill

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 24 blintsi, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups whole milk, homogenized
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 teaspoons baking powder
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for rub on fry pan
1/2 cup butter, melted,for rub on pancakes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, add milk then mix in flour half a cup at a time, beating well with an electric mixer after each addition or until mixture is well blended and smooth.
  • Add salt and mix well.
  • Add 1 egg at a time and beat well to mix after each addition.
  • Add sugar and beat again.
  • Add 3 tablespoons melted butter and beat again.
  • Mix baking soda in about 1 tablespoon of milk, add to batter and lightly beat again.
  • Add baking powder and mix lightly until blended.
  • Let batter sit for about 5 minutes before using.
  • Batter consistency should be like whipping cream.
  • Preheat a 10 inch heavy bottom, shallow fry pan to medium-high heat.
  • Rub fry pan with vegetable oil before cooking each blintsi.
  • Pour about 1/2 cup batter onto fry pan and quickly spread over fry pan by shaking fry pan in a circular motion.
  • Cook until edges just start to brown and lightly curl, about 1 minute.
  • Turn blintsi over and cook an additional 15 to 20 seconds.
  • Adjust heat temperature to suit the type of fry pan you are using.
  • Remove blintsi from fry pan, fold in half and wipe blinsti with melted butter.
  • Although the blinsti taste best if served immediately, you can cook them ahead of time and place in a preheated 275 F oven to keep warm.
  • Serve with syrups or jams of your choice.
  • If desired, use chopped fresh strawberries or blueberries along with a dollop of sour cream, or plain yogurt or whipping cream.
  • You can also simply sprinkle blintsi with lemon juice and some sugar.
  • Refrigerate any unused blintsi.
  • To reheat again, place in a microwave-safe dish and microwave on HIGH (full power) for about 15 seconds for each one, or place them in a preheated 400 F oven for about 5 minutes.

GRANDMA REILKOFF'S AUTHENTIC RUSSIAN BLINTZE



Grandma Reilkoff's Authentic Russian Blintze image

This simple recipe has been passed down through generations and makes the lightest, fluffiest, most delicate blintzes I've ever had. Drizzle the folded blintze with melted butter (an absolute MUST), roll up with a filling, and enjoy! We like them as a big breakfast served with soft boiled eggs, pork sausages, maple syrup and strawberries with ice- or whipped cream. You can also serve them as a savoury dish with caviar or the fixings of your liking! Enjoy!

Provided by ChachaB

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 24-30 Blintzes, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 eggs
1/2 cup flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon sugar
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons oil

Steps:

  • Batter should be quite runny (compared to pancake batter, say). Use a HOT (but not quite smoking) non-stick pan, covering the bottom of the pan thinly with batter. Lift pan and spread batter to edges as best you can.
  • When the edges start to brown, fold in half and remove from pan.
  • Continue making one blintze per pan until batter is finished (use a couple of pans if needed).
  • NOTE: **If blintzes don't easily remove from pan, add another tablespoon of oil to the batter. The temperature of your pan may also be at play - it needs to be quite hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.7, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 148, Sodium 122.2, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 1.2, Protein 8.3

RUSSIAN BLINIS WITH CAVIAR



Russian Blinis With Caviar image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 6 - 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups milk
1 package granular yeast
1 1/2 cups unbleached white flour
1/2 cup buckwheat flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
4 eggs, separated
1/4 pound unsalted butter, melted
6 ounces red caviar
2 cups sour cream

Steps:

  • Scald the milk and set aside.
  • Dissolve the yeast in one-fourth cup warm water.
  • Sift the white flour into a bowl, add the buckwheat flour, salt and sugar.
  • Beat the egg yolks until thick. When the milk has cooled to lukewarm, add the yolks and three tablespoons of the melted butter. Add the yeast. Mix well and pour into the flour. Mix thoroughly, removing any lumps. Set aside in a warm place lightly covered with a towel for about two hours, or until doubled in bulk.
  • Whip the egg whites until they stand in stiff peaks and fold them into the batter.
  • Lightly butter a small frying pan. Pour in just enough of the pancake mixture to coat the bottom of the pan. When the mixture begins to bubble, turn the pancake over and cook lightly on the other side. Wrap the pancakes in a napkin and keep them warm in the oven while you cook the others. Serve in a pile, wrapped in a napkin.
  • Serve the caviar, the sour cream and the remaining melted butter in small bowls on the table. Each person puts a pancake on a plate, butters it, adds sour cream and caviar, and rolls it like a crepe.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 454, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 456 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BLINI (RUSSIAN PANCAKES)



Blini (Russian Pancakes) image

Widely popular Russian dish, especially eaten during the Maslenitsa festival in Russia. All kinds of fillings are possible--sweet or savory.

Provided by Kangaroo495

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ¼ cups milk
5 eggs
⅓ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
⅛ teaspoon citric acid powder
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
⅔ cup butter, divided

Steps:

  • Beat together the milk and the eggs. Stir in the salt and the sugar and mix well. Add the baking soda and citric acid.
  • Blend in the flour. Add the vegetable oil and pour in the boiling water, stirring constantly. The batter should be very thin, almost watery. Set the bowl aside and let it rest for 20 minutes.
  • Melt a tablespoon of butter in a small frying pan over medium-high heat. Pick the pan up off the heat. Pour in a ladleful of batter while you rotate your wrist, tilting the pan so the batter makes a circle and coats the bottom. The blini should be very thin.
  • Return the pan to the heat. Cook the blini for 90 seconds. Carefully lift up an edge of the blini to see if it's fully cooked: the edges will be golden and it should have brown spots on the surface. Flip the blini over and cook the other side for 1 minute.
  • Transfer the blini to a plate lined with a clean kitchen towel. Continue cooking the blini, adding an additional tablespoon of butter to the pan after each 4 blini. Stack them on top of each other and cover with the kitchen towel to keep warm.
  • Spread your favorite filling in the center of the blini, and fold three times to make a triangle shape. You can also fold up all 4 sides, like a small burrito.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.5 calories, Carbohydrate 57.1 g, Cholesterol 153.3 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 378.3 mg, Sugar 9.6 g

EASY BLINI (RUSSIAN PANCAKE)



Easy Blini (Russian Pancake) image

I love these bite-sized pancakes because they make perfect appetizers. Top blini with smoked salmon, creme fraiche, or even caviar. Add a sprig of dill and they are sure to impress. My children also love eating these plain too!

Provided by Happykat

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Crepes

Time 17m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder
¾ cup milk
2 tablespoons milk
1 large egg
1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
  • Whisk 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk, egg, and 1 tablespoon melted butter together in a separate bowl. Mix into the flour mixture until batter is fully combined.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Drop batter, 1 tablespoon at a time, onto the heated skillet. Cook until bubbles form, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Flip and continue cooking until brown, about 1 minute more. Lay on plate lined with a paper towel to help soak up excess butter. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 358.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best blintsi, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Make sure the batter is thin enough to spread easily in a pan.
  • Heat the pan over medium heat before adding the batter.
  • Cook the blintsi for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  • Serve the blintsi immediately with your favorite toppings.
  • To make gluten-free blintsi, use gluten-free flour.
  • To make vegan blintsi, use plant-based milk and butter.
  • Blintsi can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat blintsi, warm them in a skillet over low heat or in a microwave.
  • Blintsi can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Conclusion:

Blintsi is a delicious and versatile dish originating from the rich culinary history of Russia. These thin pancakes can be enjoyed with various fillings, from sweet to savory, making them a perfect option for any meal. Whether you prefer classic blintsi with butter and sour cream or something more elaborate like a blintz with cottage cheese and fruit, there's a recipe for everyone. With minimal ingredients and simple preparation, blintsi is a perfect treat for both everyday meals and special occasions. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and indulge in the delightful world of Russian blintsi!

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