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Syrniki Ukrainian cheese pancakes
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Syrniki (Ukrainian Cheese Pancakes)

Syrniki are pancakes made with farmer (or homemade) cheese. Traditionally syrniki are served with sour cream. I like to serve syrniki with fresh berries and powdered sugar. 
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Ukrainian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24 syrniki
Author Marina of www.everythingmarina.com

Equipment

  • 1 whisk

Ingredients

  • 500 gr (5cups) farmers cheese, you can use homemade or from store
  • 50 gr (1/3 cup) powdered sugar plus extra for serving 
  • 1 egg
  • 50 gr (1/3) cup white rice flour plus extra (a few spoons) for forming patty 
  • Pinch of salt
  • Oil for frying 

Instructions

  • In the large bowl, mix together farm cheese, egg, white rice flour, powdered sugar (sifted) and pinch of salt. 
  • You will need ¼ cup ice cream scoop with squeeze-release handle. Simply scoop some dough and place on the table (or cutting board), previously sprinkled with some rice flour. 
  • Cover piece of dough with the glass or teacup and circle a few times. Then flip that patty and circle again.
  • Repeat with the rest of the dough. 
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add 1-2 tbsp oil. 
  • Once skillet and oil are hot, place patties directly into the skillet. Saute until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes each side. Do not crowd the syrniki, cook them in 3-4 batches if necessary. 
  • Transfer to a plate and serve with fresh berries. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.