Pancakes are a traditional Slavic dish,which is certainly associated with Maslenitsa. There is an opinion that the pancake symbolizes the sun, a rich harvest, fertility and wealth. However, many ethnographers are inclined to believe that pancakes are more of a memorial food. This delicacy was used in many memorial rites and rituals. For example, it was forbidden to eat the first pancake, because it was intended for deceased ancestors. It was believed that the souls that came to earth themselves participate in its preparation. They said that if a living person eats such a pancake, it will become a lump in his throat. This is where the proverb "the first pancake is lumpy" comes from and it turns out that its meaning is very far from the modern interpretation. Many interesting customs in Slavic culture are associated with this traditional dish. By the way, we owe it to the foreign fame of Russian cuisine in our days. Who does not know the famous pancakes with black caviar? It goes without saying that this dish emphasizes our national character. Seemingly "as simple as a pancake", but with such a rich inner world! Today, pancakes have taken a significant place in our daily diet. We cook them not only for Maslenitsa or another special day, experiment with fillings, and do not even think about some magical purpose. But our ancestors could not afford this dish every day. After all, pancakes were cooked only on special days when the souls of all the dead came to visit. It was believed that breaking this rule was fraught with terrible consequences - you could go to the world of the dead forever. Only witches and sorcerers could violate this ban in order to get in touch with their ancestors. This seemingly simple dish really has its own history, it is associated with many beliefs and legends. There is no single recipe for pancakes. There are many ways to prepare both the dough itself and the filling. But that's not all. Each housewife has her own signature secret, a secret element that allows you to turn an ordinary dish into a real miracle. One of these secret elements is mineral water. Pancakes that include mineral water in their recipe are light, tender and boast "lacy" edges. There are many recipes for making pancakes with mineral water. Below are some of the most successful ones. Please note: all recipes assume that the mineral water is carbonated.
The traditional way
Ingredients:200 ml milk, 200 ml mineral water, 200-250 ml flour, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, salt and sugar - to taste. Method of preparation: Pour flour into a deep container, gradually whisking, add milk and mineral water. Then add the remaining ingredients. Whip the dough until smooth. The consistency of the dough should be liquid, if it is too thick, you can add a little liquid - milk or mineral water. Cook the pancakes in a frying pan on both sides, using vegetable oil.
Simplified recipe
Ingredients:500 ml mineral water, 3 eggs, 2 tsp sugar, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 250-300 ml flour, salt - to taste. Method of preparation: Pour mineral water into a deep container, dissolve salt and sugar in it, add vegetable oil and beat in eggs. Then, whisking gently, gradually add flour. Whip the dough until smooth, it should be liquid in consistency (like liquid sour cream). Cook pancakes in a frying pan on both sides, using vegetable oil.
The recipe for pancakes
This recipe is suitable for those who strictly followfasting or watching the calorie content of food. Ingredients: 500 ml of mineral water, 2 tbsp of vegetable oil, 3 tbsp of sugar, 1 tsp of salt, 250-300 ml of flour. Method of preparation: In a deep container, mix mineral water, sugar, salt and vegetable oil. Then, whisking gently, gradually add flour. The dough should be smooth, without lumps and quite liquid. Cook pancakes in a frying pan on both sides, using vegetable oil. During cooking, the pancakes should be stacked - this way they will cool more slowly. Whatever the recipe you choose, if desired, you can grease each pancake with butter. Serve with sour cream, jam, honey or sugar. Enjoy your meal!
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