Chef Bihi Carrot Greens Blinis
Transform your lunch game with this delightful recipe for carrot greens blinis! Perfect for packing in your child’s lunchbox or as a tasty snack, these delightful treats are packed with flavor and nutrients.
Recipe Information
- Servings: 4
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Resting Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Difficulty: Easy
Why Try This Recipe?
Want a fun and healthy recipe that your kids will actually enjoy? Do you have some carrot greens that need using up? These blinis are not only easy to make, but they are also a fantastic way to incorporate more vegetables into your child’s diet without them even realizing it!
Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- For the Blinis:
- Greens from 1 bunch of carrots
- 50 grams of butter
- A splash of olive oil
- 120 grams of flour
- 150 grams of yogurt
- 50 milliliters of milk
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 2 eggs
- A pinch of salt
- Some freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the carrot greens.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over low heat and add the carrot greens.
- Cover and let them wilt for about 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, milk, and yogurt. Mix until you achieve a smooth batter.
- Stir in the wilted carrot greens.
- Cover the bowl and let the batter rest for 30 minutes.
- In a hot skillet, melt a knob of butter and pour in the batter to cook the blinis like pancakes, about 1 minute on each side.
Notes
For added flavor, serve with spreadable goat cheese. These blinis can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Recipe Tips
If you’re short on time, you can prepare the batter ahead of time and store it covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to cook the blinis. They also freeze well, so you can make a larger batch to enjoy later!
Nutritional Information
Approximately 250 calories per serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use other greens instead of carrot greens?
Yes, you can substitute them with other leafy greens like spinach or beet greens!
2. How do I store leftovers?
Store any leftover blinis in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
3. Can I make these gluten-free?
Yes! Swap the wheat flour for a gluten-free flour mix.
4. Can I add other ingredients?
Absolutely! Feel free to experiment by adding herbs, spices, or grated cheese to the batter.
5. How do I reheat the blinis?
Reheat them in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through, or pop them in the microwave for a quick reheat.
