Blinis Recipe

Name: Blinis Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkt dry active yeast - (1/4 ounce); 3 c. hot lowfat milk (110 degrees); 1 Tbsp. butter at room temperature; 2 x egg yolks beaten; 3 c. all-purpose flour; 1 c. buckwheat flour; 1 tsp salt; 2 x egg whites at room temperature, and beaten till stiff; 1/4 c. butter for cooking; 1 ounce Russian Beluga Caviar; 1 ounce Russian Osetra Caviar; 1 ounce Russian Sevruga Caviar; 1/2 c. creme fraiche; 1 Tbsp. minced chives

Servings: persons

1 pkt dry active yeast - (1/4 ounce)
3 c. hot lowfat milk (110 degrees)
1 Tbsp. butter at room temperature
2 x egg yolks beaten
3 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. buckwheat flour
1 tsp salt
2 x egg whites at room temperature, and beaten till stiff
1/4 c. butter for cooking
1 ounce Russian Beluga Caviar
1 ounce Russian Osetra Caviar
1 ounce Russian Sevruga Caviar
1/2 c. creme fraiche
1 Tbsp. minced chives

1
In a medium mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in the lowfat milk.
2
Stir in the butter.
3
Cover and allow to sit for 10 min.
4
Stir in the egg yolks.
5
Sift together the flours and salt.
6
Slowly stir into the yeast mix.
7
Mix well.
8
Mix in the egg whites and mix thoroughly.
9
Preheat a griddle, over medium heat, heat the some of the butter.
10
Drop the batter, a Tbsp.
11
at a time onto the griddle, a couple of inches apart.
12
Cook till the cakes are lightly golden brown on both sides, about 1 1/2 min on each side.
13
Repeat till all of the butter and the batter are used up.
14
Drain the cakes on paper towels.
15
Sprinkle with the salt and serve hot with caviar and creme fraiche.
16
Garnish with minced chives.
17
These can also be prepared in advance and passed around on trays.
18
This recipe yields about 3 dozen blinis.

1259

kcal

Calories

Fat

193

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkt dry active yeast - (1/4 ounce), 3 c. hot lowfat milk (110 degrees), 1 Tbsp. butter at room temperature, 2 x egg yolks beaten, and more.

Yes, Blinis Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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