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Savory Pancakes with Herring, Cottage Cheese, and Fresh Dill

Delight in these unique savory pancakes filled with a creamy herring and dill mixture.

4servings
35 min
Medium
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Savory Pancakes with Herring, Cottage Cheese, and Fresh Dill

About this recipe

These savory pancakes are an intriguing twist on the classic breakfast dish, filled with a flavorful mixture of cottage cheese, herring, and fresh dill. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or weekend brunch, they combine creamy textures with the robust flavor of herring, complemented by the bright freshness of dill.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped pickled herring
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Additional oil or butter for cooking

Directions

  1. 1

    Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Beat together milk, egg, and 1 tablespoon oil in another bowl.

  3. 3

    Combine wet and dry mixtures until just blended.

  4. 4

    Mix cottage cheese, herring, and dill in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat with oil or butter.

  6. 6

    Pour 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet; cook until bubbles appear, about 2-3 mins.

  7. 7

    Flip and cook until golden, about 1-2 more mins.

  8. 8

    Repeat with remaining batter, greasing as needed. Serve pancakes with filling inside.

Chef's tip

For a lighter option, consider using whole-grain flour and reduce the herring for a subtler flavor.

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