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Blini with Caviar and Cucumber Garnish

Traditional Russian blini served with beluga caviar and sour cream, a classic appetizer.

30 minutes4 servings
Blini with Caviar and Cucumber Garnish
Photo: Sergey A. Demidov · CC BY 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and melted butter.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
  5. Pour a small amount of batter into the skillet, tilting to spread evenly.
  6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook the other side.
  7. Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream, caviar, and cucumber slices.

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