Traditional Russian Blini

Ingredients

Buckwheat flour

1 cup

All-purpose flour

1 cup

Egg

1

Milk

2 cups

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Vegetable oil

for brushing

Sour cream

to serve

Smoked salmon

to serve

Fresh dill

to serve

Lemon wedges

to serve

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, egg, milk, and salt. Whisk the ingredients together until you have a smooth batter.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once heated, lightly brush the surface with vegetable oil.
3. Pour 1/4 cup of the batter onto the skillet, spreading it into a thin, even circle.
4. Cook the blini for approximately 2 minutes, or until the edges start to turn a golden brown. Carefully flip the blini and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
5. Transfer the cooked blini to a serving plate and repeat the process with the remaining batter.
6. To serve, top each warm blini with a dollop of sour cream, a slice of smoked salmon, and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
7. Garnish with a lemon wedge for a burst of citrus freshness. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.