Oladyi

Name: Oladyi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Russian
Ingredients: 1 egg, beaten; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 1/2 tsp fine salt; 2 cups kefir; 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Thick, fluffy pancakes made with kefir that cook up golden and pillow-soft. Serve warm with sour cream, jam, or honey.

25 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

RussianBreakfastStovetopVegetarianNut-FreeSoy-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

1 egg, beaten
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp fine salt
2 cups kefir
2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 beaten egg, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/2 tsp fine salt until smooth.
2

Pour in 2 cups kefir and whisk until combined.
3

Gently stir in 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour and 1/2 tsp baking soda until a thick batter forms.
4

Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5

Fry spoonfuls of batter for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and puffed.

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Questions

What is Oladyi?

Thick, fluffy pancakes made with kefir that cook up golden and pillow-soft. Serve warm with sour cream, jam, or honey. This reference files it under Russian breakfast: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 25 minutes start to finish.

What should Oladyi look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until a thick batter forms. Step 5: cook until golden brown and puffed.

Can I make Oladyi dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Oladyi is 2 cups kefir. Swap the kefir for a plant-based version of the same product. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Oladyi vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 2 cups kefir and 1 egg, beaten. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan breakfast collection.

How long does Oladyi keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Oladyi within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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