No image available

“Gourmet Gluten-Free Russian Brunch: Kefir Pancakes with Smoked Salmon and Dill Cream”

Experience a luxurious gluten-free brunch with our gourmet kefir pancake recipe topped with smoked salmon and tangy dill cream sauce. Perfect for a special occasion or weekend treat, this Russian-inspired dish combines traditional flavors with modern culinary techniques.

πŸ•’ Prep - 15 minutes, Cook - 20 minutes, Total - 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Russian, Gluten-Free

Allergens

Dairy, Eggs

Ingredients

  • 1 cup gluten
  • free all
  • purpose flour 2 large eggs 1 1/4 cups kefir 3 tbsp melted butter 1 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp baking soda 8 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced 1 cup sour cream 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, kefir, and melted butter.
  3. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  4. Preheat a non stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake, cooking until bubbles form and edges are golden brown. Flip and cook until the other side is golden.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream, dill, and black pepper to create the dill cream sauce.
  6. Assemble the dish by placing 2 3 pancakes on each plate, topping them with smoked salmon slices and a generous dollop of dill cream sauce.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect kefir pancakes is to not overmix the batter, as this can lead to tough pancakes. Be gentle when stirring in the wet ingredients to ensure a light and fluffy texture.

Notes

This recipe is best enjoyed fresh, but can be made ahead of time and reheated. The flavors meld together beautifully, creating a symphony of tastes and textures on the palate.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish is inspired by Russian cuisine, which often incorporates smoked fish and dairy products like kefir and sour cream into their traditional dishes.