Blini, a traditional Russian dish, are small, thick pancakes that are typically served with savory toppings such as smoked salmon, caviar, creme fraiche, or sour cream. They are made with a simple batter of flour, milk, eggs, and butter, and can be cooked in a skillet or on a griddle. This article presents three variations on the classic blini recipe: a basic blini recipe, a buckwheat blini recipe, and a gluten-free blini recipe. The basic blini recipe is a simple and easy-to-follow introduction to making blini. The buckwheat blini recipe adds a nutty flavor and a slightly chewy texture to the blini. The gluten-free blini recipe is a great option for those with gluten sensitivities or allergies. All three recipes are accompanied by step-by-step instructions and helpful tips for achieving the perfect blini.
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BLINIS WITH CREME FRAICHE AND SMOKED SALMON
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place the blinis on a sheet pan covered with parchment paper and heat in the oven for 5 minutes. Allow to cool.
- Top each blini with a piece of smoked salmon. Add a dollop of creme fraiche and a sprig of dill.
BLINIS WITH SMOKED SALMON AND CAVIAR
There's no more festive or luxurious party snack than buckwheat blinis with caviar and smoked salmon, but with chef Jenn Louis's recipe, they're easy to make at home.
Provided by Jenn Louis
Categories appetizer
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place milk and 3 tablespoons butter in small saucepan. Stir over low heat just until butter melts. Meanwhile, whisk together both flours, sugar, salt, and yeast in a medium bowl. Pour warm milk mixture into dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest at room temperature until doubled in volume, 1½-1¾ hours.
- After resting, batter will be bubbly and lofty. Whisk to deflate; then stir in beaten eggs just to incorporate-the texture should be silky. Meanwhile, set a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter. Working in batches, pour 2 tablespoons batter for each blini onto skillet, spacing apart. Cook until bubbles form on top and they begin to pop, about 1½ minutes. Turn blinis; cook until golden brown on bottom, another 1½ minutes (add more butter to the pan as you need it). Transfer blinis to a serving platter. Tent with foil to keep warm while you cook remaining blinis. Makes approximately 12 blinis.
- Assembly: Serve blinis with a dollop of crème fraîche, smoked salmon, and caviar-the more the better!
BLINIS WITH SMOKED SALMON
The classic brunch combiniation of blinis, smoked salmon, dill, and creme fraiche makes an equally appealing dinner-party starter.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes about 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- To clarify the butter, melt it in a small saucepan over low heat. Using a spoon, remove white foam from surface of melted butter, and discard. Allow butter to sit 15 minutes. Pour off the golden liquid, leaving the sediment in the bottom of the saucepan. Set aside.
- Place buckwheat and all-purpose flours, baking powder, salt, egg, milk, and 1 tablespoon clarified butter in a large bowl; whisk until well combined.
- Heat 2 tablespoons clarified butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Drop batter into skillet, 1 tablespoon at a time. Cook until blinis are covered with bubbles, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip; cook until brown, about 1 minute more. Repeat with remaining batter.
- To serve, top blinis with the smoked salmon, 1/2 teaspoon creme fraiche, and a sprig of dill.
BLINI WITH SMOKED SALMON
A few years ago, a friend of Ina Garten's (The Barefoot Contessa) in Paris threw a party, but there was a problem. While he had taken care of the drinks, the food slipped his mind. Ina stepped in with these crowd-pleasing blini topped with smoked salmon and creme fraiche. It was a brilliant save, brightened even further with some bubbly. Recipe created by Ina Garten and courtesy of the April 2002 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine.
Provided by Manami
Categories Breakfast
Time 45m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, clarify butter by simmering over low heat. Set aside, allowing milk solids to sink to bottom. Pour off clear yellow liquid & reserve; discard white sediment.
- Whisk together flours, baking powder, salt, egg, milk and 1 Tablespoon clarified butter until smooth.
- Heat 2 Tablespoons clarified butter in a small skillet and drop batter in 1 Tablespoon at a time.
- Cook on medium-low heat until bubbles form on top side of blini, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until golden brown.
- Repeat with remaining batter.
- Place 1 piece of smoked salmon on top of each of the blini.
- Add a dollop of creme fariche, a dill sprig and a sprinkling of salmon caviar, if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.1, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 54.4, Sodium 332.6, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.1, Protein 6
SMOKED SALMON & EASY BLINIS
Give your guests a fresh, light start to a dinner party meal with this glamorous, seasonal starter
Provided by James Martin
Categories Canapes, Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the blini mix, tip the flour into a bowl, then season. Make a well in the middle, then add the egg yolk and half the milk. Whisk until smooth, gradually add the rest of the milk, then the butter and chives. Whisk the egg whites until starting to stiffen, then fold into the batter. To cook, lightly grease a frying pan, then sizzle spoonfuls for 2-3 mins on each side until golden, flipping them over when bubbling. Set aside and keep warm.
- Make a dressing in a large bowl with the mustard, vinegar and olive oil. Add the leaves, then toss. Serve the salad, salmon and blinis with some beetroot on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 14 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 1.86 milligram of sodium
SMOKED SALMON & HERB BLINIS
Make a canapé classic of salmon and herb blinis, which you can rustle up in less than 20 minutes using four ingredients. Ideal for a dinner party
Provided by Miriam Nice
Categories Canapes
Time 17m
Yield Makes 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Warm the blinis following the pack instructions.
- Spread the blinis with the cream cheese, lay the salmon trimmings on top and scatter over the cress. Season with black pepper and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 3 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use good quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your blini and smoked salmon. Look for wild-caught smoked salmon and organic buckwheat flour.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the blini tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Cook the blini over medium heat: Cooking the blini over medium heat will help them cook evenly without burning.
- Serve the blini warm: Blini are best served warm, so make them just before you're ready to eat them.
Conclusion:
Blini with smoked salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or brunch dish. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both elegant and satisfying. Whether you're serving them at a party or enjoying them for a special breakfast, blini with smoked salmon are sure to impress.
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