Syrniki
Syrniki are a type of cozy breakfast and snack: before school, Mom often made fluffy pancakes from cottage cheese in the frying pan because it’s very nutritious and contains a lot of beneficial microelements. The name of the dish is derived from the base “cheese,” as earlier, up to the 18th century, all dishes made from cottage cheese were called cheese-based. Even the royal cottage cheese Easter was called “cheese” by the cooks. The history of syrniki begins with the Romans and continues in Slavic traditions. According to legend, a merchant set off on a journey. When it was time to rest and drink milk to quench his thirst, the Roman noticed that it had spoiled and curdled. But since there was no other drink, the merchant decided to try it: unexpectedly, the whey turned out to be tasty, and the compressed white “lump” was filling. Upon returning, the merchant shared this discovery with his wife, and she began to make cottage cheese. When the recipe reached the Slavs, resourceful housewives decided to modify it so that the product would not spoil so quickly. They baked the “cottage cheese” in the oven, then pressed it on cheesecloth and stored it for up to 2 weeks in the basements of their homes. Another interesting Slavic tradition came to us from the time of Imperial Russia when, during Maslenitsa celebrations, they prepared not only thick, yeast pancakes but also syrniki, generously drizzled with honey and decorated with dried fruits. Today we have selected a classic syrniki recipe for you: this simple and healthy breakfast will be a lifesaver for you and your loved ones. You can freeze the finished products and take them out as needed
Syrniki are a type of cozy breakfast and snack: before school, Mom often made fluffy pancakes from cottage cheese in the frying pan because it’s very nutritious and contains a lot of beneficial microelements. The name of the dish is derived from the base “cheese,” as earlier, up to the 18th century, all dishes made from cottage cheese were called cheese-based. Even the royal cottage cheese Easter was called “cheese” by the cooks. The history of syrniki begins with the Romans and continues in Slavic traditions. According to legend, a merchant set off on a journey. When it was time to rest and drink milk to quench his thirst, the Roman noticed that it had spoiled and curdled. But since there was no other drink, the merchant decided to try it: unexpectedly, the whey turned out to be tasty, and the compressed white “lump” was filling. Upon returning, the merchant shared this discovery with his wife, and she began to make cottage cheese. When the recipe reached the Slavs, resourceful housewives decided to modify it so that the product would not spoil so quickly. They baked the “cottage cheese” in the oven, then pressed it on cheesecloth and stored it for up to 2 weeks in the basements of their homes. Another interesting Slavic tradition came to us from the time of Imperial Russia when, during Maslenitsa celebrations, they prepared not only thick, yeast pancakes but also syrniki, generously drizzled with honey and decorated with dried fruits. Today we have selected a classic syrniki recipe for you: this simple and healthy breakfast will be a lifesaver for you and your loved ones. You can freeze the finished products and take them out as needed
Use
Use
Ingredients
4 tablespoons
Fresh cottage cheese with 5% fat content
400 g
Granulated sugar
3 – 4 tablespoons
Medium chicken egg
2
Vanilla sugar
1 teaspoon
Clarified butter
for frying
Method of preparation
1
There are many recipes for making syrniki, but we have selected the classic one. For this, it’s best to use cottage cheese with a fat content of 5%: the syrniki turn out dense and without excess moisture
2
Place the cottage cheese in a large deep bowl, add the eggs, sugar, vanilla sugar, and mix well. There’s no need to beat it; the graininess of the cottage cheese will emphasize the naturalness of the product. According to this recipe, syrniki turn out quite sweet, so adjust the sugar to your taste
3
Sift the flour and gradually add it to the bowl, stirring well. Let it rest in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes. Shape the mixture into balls using a tablespoon, roll them in flour, and press them to form flatter syrniki
4
Heat a frying pan and add the melted butter. When it’s well heated, start placing the syrniki in the pan. Fry them on each side for a couple of minutes until they become beautifully golden brown. Once done, place them on a paper towel to remove any excess oil. Serve the dish not cold, and use fresh berries, fruits, and honey for decoration
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