Scandinavian spinach pancakes, also known as pinaattiohukaiset, are a delectable and versatile dish that has been enjoyed in the Nordic countries for generations. These savory pancakes derive their vibrant green color and rich flavor from the generous use of fresh spinach, making them a nutritious and visually appealing treat. Typically served as a main course or as a side dish, pinaattiohukaiset can be easily adapted to suit various dietary preferences and culinary traditions. Whether you prefer a classic preparation with butter and lingonberry jam or a more innovative take with smoked salmon and crème fraîche, this versatile dish is sure to satisfy your cravings.
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SCANDINAVIAN SPINACH PANCAKES (PINAATTIOHUKAISET)
Source: The Good Cook Vegetables where it's credited to Foods of the World/The Cooking of Scandinavia. Posted for ZWT6. I haven't tried this yet so times are estimates.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Blanch spinach in boiling water, drain and squeeze completely dry.
- Finely chop spinach.
- In large mixing bowl, combine the milk, salt, nutmeg and flour and then stir in the melted butter (or combine these ingredients in electric blender at medium speed).
- In another bowl, combine eggs and sugar and stir into batter.
- Gradually add chopped spinach.
- Coat bottom of heaty 10 to 12 inch skillet with 1 tsp soft butter using a pastry brush or paper towel.
- Set skillet over medium heat until pan is very hot.
- For each pancake, drop 2 tbsp of the batter onto the skillet and, with a spoon or spatula, spread it out evenly to form a 3-inch disk.
- Cook pancakes, 3 or 4 at a time, for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until they have browned lightly.
- Keep them hot on a warmed platter, covered loosely with aluminum foil.
- Add more butter to skillet as it becomes necessary while cooking remaining pancakes.
- Serve with lingonberries if desired.
SPINACH PANCAKES FINNISH
Make and share this Spinach Pancakes Finnish recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dienia B.
Categories Spinach
Time 21m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- stir fry spinach 3 minutes ,(im using frozen so can skip this step ).
- have to squeeze out as much moisture as you can with towel
- mix in flour and eggs
- heat oil.
- make a heap press down.
- fry 3 minutes.
- flip
- put slice of cheese on top
- fry 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 564.5, Fat 30.7, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 142.2, Sodium 1314.1, Carbohydrate 48.1, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 0.7, Protein 25.2
SPINACH PANCAKES
Enjoy these spinach-based pancakes with berries and maple syrup, or remove the sugar from the batter and serve them savoury with bacon and a poached egg
Provided by Anna Glover
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Put the flour, baking powder, sugar, eggs, butter, milk and spinach in a blender and whizz until you get a smooth, bright green batter.
- Heat a little more butter in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and add small dollops to the pan, 2-3 at a time. Cook for 2 mins until the edges are set, and bubbles are rising to the surface, then flip and cook for 1-2 mins more. Keep warm while you cook the remaining batches.
- Serve with berries and a drizzle of syrup to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 55 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 1.54 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- To make the perfect pancake batter, whisk together the milk, eggs, and flour until smooth. Do not overmix, as this will result in tough pancakes.
- For crispy pancakes, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and grease it with butter or cooking spray. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- For soft and fluffy pancakes, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve the pancakes immediately with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.
Conclusion:
These Scandinavian spinach pancakes, also known as pinaattiohukaiset, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Whether you prefer crispy or soft and fluffy pancakes, these recipes have you covered. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting pancake recipe, give these Scandinavian spinach pancakes a try!
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