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Nutritional Values
420kcal
10gProtein
55gCarbs
18gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Pancakes
How to order / say it
Say it
Palacsinta — [PAH-lah-chin-tah]
Order
I'd like some Hungarian pancakes, please.
Locally
Kérem a palacsintát.
Say locally
Thin, crepe-like pancakes often filled with sweet or savory fillings.
Why try it?
These versatile pancakes are a Hungarian favorite, enjoyed for both their simplicity and diversity, often linked to special occasions and family gatherings.
How it tastes
Light and thin, these crepe-style pancakes are slightly sweet with a buttery aroma. Fillings can range from fruit jams to chocolate or cottage cheese, offering a delightful variety of textures and flavors.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
Introduced in the 19th century, similar to French crepes but embraced with uniquely Hungarian fillings. It quickly became popular across households for its ease of preparation and versatility in fillings for various occasions.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g flour
- 🥛 300 ml milk
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🍯 2 tbsp sugar
- 🧂 1 pinch salt
- 🥛 2 tbsp butter
Method
- 1 Mix flour, milk, eggs, sugar, and salt into a smooth batter.
- 2 Heat butter in a pan, pour a ladle of batter, spread thin.
- 3 Cook until edges lift, flip to cook the other side.
- 4 Fill with desired filling, roll up, and serve.
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