A healthy twist on pancakes: Try savory buckwheat delights
Pancakes often evoke images of potatoes, but in this recipe, the main ingredient is a completely different and even healthier one. These pancakes are easy to make, delicious, and wholesome.
Buckwheat pancakes are a tried-and-tested recipe for an economical and nutritious meal. With just a few simple ingredients, which are likely already in your pantry, you can enjoy them with sauces, as a side to roasted meats, or as a quick snack.
Simple buckwheat pancakes
Though buckwheat is a nutritional powerhouse, its taste isn't universally loved. These pancakes are a straightforward way to incorporate buckwheat into your daily diet. Buckwheat is an excellent source of complete plant-based protein, and its fiber aids digestion improves intestinal peristalsis and supports a healthy weight. It's also rich in B vitamins, magnesium, phosphorus, and iron.
When combined with a few simple ingredients, buckwheat makes delicious, nutritious, savory pancakes that everyone in the family, from adults to kids, will enjoy.
Adding Parmesan cheese beautifully enhances the flavor, adding a salty umami note. They pair wonderfully with mushroom sauce, tomato sauce, or topped with green onions.
Ingredients:
- 3.5 oz of buckwheat
- 5 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions:
- Cook the buckwheat in salted water until fluffy, approximately 15 minutes after the water boils.
- Drain the buckwheat, transfer it to a bowl, and let it cool.
- Add the eggs and grated Parmesan and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.
- Heat oil in a pan and scoop portions of the mixture into it.
- Fry on both sides until the pancakes are golden brown.
After frying, place the pancakes on a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Serve with your favorite accompaniments. They make a fantastic addition to lunch, dinner, or a quick lunch for work. Enjoy!
