Russian Kefir Pancakes (Oladi)

Oladi are similar to traditional pancakes, but usually smaller in size and are fried in oil, which produces a beautifully crunchy edge. Serve hot with jam or sour cream.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 214 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ⅓ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ cup plain kefir

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Whisk 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons flour, kefir, egg, sugar, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl to make a batter.

Step 2

Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Heat oil in the skillet. Pour 1 to 2 tablespoons of the batter into the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook until browned on the other side, 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining batter.