Cakes, snacks and appetizers

Potato Blinis Recipe

Name: Potato Blinis Recipe
Prep time: 40 min
Yield: 5 portions
Ingredients: 2 small Asterix potatoes, cut into cubes (300 g); 8 tablespoons all-purpose flour (80 g); 5 tablespoons heavy cream (75 ml); 2 eggs (100 g); Pinch of salt; Pinch of black pepper

Preparation time: 40 min

Serves: 5 portions

Want to prepare a different yet simple appetizer? Then you’re in the right place!

Learn how to make the famous Russian pancakes using only 6 ingredients, starting with Asterix potatoes, which make the blinis firmer and crispier. The recipe takes about 40 minutes to prepare and you can serve it to up to 5 people, accompanied by smoked salmon, fish roe, or your favorite pâté.

Ingredients

2 small Asterix potatoes, cut into cubes (300 g)
8 tablespoons all-purpose flour (80 g)
5 tablespoons heavy cream (75 ml)
2 eggs (100 g)
Pinch of salt
Pinch of black pepper

Modo de preparo

Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook for about 20 minutes or until tender.
Drain, transfer to a bowl, and mash with a fork. Add the flour and heavy cream, mixing until smooth.
Add the eggs, salt, and pepper, mixing until the batter is homogeneous.
Heat a small non-stick skillet with a little oil over medium heat. Drop small portions of the batter to form mini pancakes. Cook for 2–3 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and firm on both sides.
Serve with pâtés or use as a base for canapés.

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