Pancakes with herring
Description
Delicious baked treat for the whole family. Even restaurant dishes can be made at home, for example—herring pancakes. This appetizer is served cold with whole-grain mustard, horseradish with beetroot, or other sauces. To prevent the pancakes from unrolling, secure them with small skewers. Sprinkle or garnish the dish with chopped green onions or dill. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Peel the beetroot and rinse it under water. You can optionally use boiled beetroot.
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Step 2
Grate the beet into a plate or bowl using a fine grater. Pour in cold water and stir to allow the beet to release its color.
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Step 3
In a deep container, combine the chicken egg and milk, add salt, and whisk everything together with a whisk.
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Step 4
Squeeze the beet, pouring the juice into the whipped egg mixture. Gradually add high-grade wheat flour in portions and gently incorporate it into the colorful liquid. Do not beat, to avoid lumps. Pour in vegetable oil and mix again. Let the pancake batter rest for 15 minutes at room temperature—this activates the gluten, so the pancakes won't tear during cooking.
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Step 5
Heat the skillet and grease it with oil for the first time. Pour in part of the batter and spread it evenly in the pan. Cook the beet pancake for 1-2 minutes, then flip it over to the other side.
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Step 6
Bake all the pancakes this way and place them on a plate, making sure to cool them completely, as the dish is served cold.
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Step 7
Then roll each pancake into a tube, twist the tube into a rose shape, and secure it with a skewer to prevent it from unraveling. Make the remaining pancake roses and arrange them on a plate.
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Step 8
Place a slice of lightly salted herring on each pancake rose. If you have a whole salted herring, first fillet it, remove the bones, rinse, and cut into slices.
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Step 9
Add grainy mustard or horseradish sauce on the side. You can also serve other sauces according to your taste.
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Step 10
Chop the green onion or dill, sprinkle over the herring pancakes, and serve immediately. Enjoy your meal!