These savory minced beef pancakes are a delightful twist on traditional pancakes, combining tender beef with a fluffy batter. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or a satisfying dinner, these pancakes are sure to please the whole family!
Ingredients
For the Pancake Batter:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar added)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Minced Beef Filling:
- 1 pound minced beef (ground beef)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
For Serving:
- Sour cream or yogurt
- Chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Minced Beef Filling
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Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the minced beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
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Season: Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley if using. Set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Make the Pancake Batter
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and black pepper.
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Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and vegetable oil until well combined.
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Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
Step 3: Cook the Pancakes
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Heat the Skillet: In a non-stick skillet or griddle, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat.
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Cook Pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes.
