Super Spinach Pancakes
Recipe: #33288
September 08, 2019
Categories: Breakfast, Cheese, Cottage, Eggs, Avocado, Brunch, Vegetarian, Fresh Tomatoes, Pancakes, more
"From our Sunday newspaper The Sunday Times. Times are estimated."
Original is 6 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (272.3 g)
- Calories 280.4
- Total Fat - 13.9 g
- Saturated Fat - 4.4 g
- Cholesterol - 165 mg
- Sodium - 301.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 25.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 5.4 g
- Sugars - 5.7 g
- Protein - 16.4 g
- Calcium - 152.3 mg
- Iron - 2.4 mg
- Vitamin C - 19.8 mg
- Thiamin - 0.2 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Halve, destone, peel and finely slice the avocado and quarter the tomatoes, then place in a salad bowl with a quarter of the spinach.
Step 2
Trim, finely slice and add the spring onions and pick in the coriander leaves, then squeeze over the lime juice.
Step 3
Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, season to perfection with seas salt and black pepper and toss to coat and put aside.
Step 4
Crack the egg into a blender, add the flour, milk, remaining spinach and a pinch of salt and pepper, then blitz until smooth.
Step 5
Place a large non-stick frying pan on a medium heat, rub the pan with a little olive oil, then pour in a thin layer of batter, swirling it up and around the edges.
Step 6
Cook on one side only for two minutes, or until lightly golden, then stack up on a serving plate and repeat.
Step 7
Top each pancake with dollops of cottage cheese, the avocado salad, and a few good shakes of chilli sauce.
Step 8
Really nice served with extra lime wedges for squeezing over, and a fried egg on top, if you fancy.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the avocado, be sure to choose one that is ripe and firm to the touch.
- When selecting the tomatoes, choose a variety of ripe cherry tomatoes in mixed colours for a more colourful presentation.
- Substitute the skim milk with oat milk - This substitution is beneficial for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan, as oat milk is a dairy-free alternative.
- Substitute the cottage cheese with ricotta cheese - This substitution is beneficial for those who are looking for a lighter option, as ricotta cheese is lower in fat and calories than cottage cheese.
Vegetarian Spinach Pancakes Omit the egg and substitute with 1/2 cup of silken tofu. Replace the milk with almond milk and the olive oil with coconut oil.
Roasted Sweet Potatoes- Roasted sweet potatoes are the perfect accompaniment to Super Spinach Pancakes. The sweet potatoes provide a delicious contrast to the savoury pancakes and the crunch of the roasted potatoes adds texture to the dish. Roasting the sweet potatoes with a bit of olive oil and salt and pepper enhances their natural sweetness and makes them a delicious side to the pancakes.
Garlic Roasted Asparagus
RECOMMENDED DISH DESCRIPTION: Garlic roasted asparagus is a great side dish to serve with Super Spinach Pancakes. The crunchy texture of the asparagus and the savoury garlic flavour are a great complement to the pancakes. Roasting the asparagus in garlic and olive oil brings out its natural sweetness and adds an extra layer of flavour to the dish.
FAQ
Q: How do I make the avocado salad?
A: Halve, destone, peel and finely slice the avocado and quarter the tomatoes, then place in a salad bowl with a quarter of the spinach. Trim, finely slice and add the spring onions and pick in the coriander leaves, then squeeze over the lime juice. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, season to perfection with seas salt and black pepper and toss to coat.
Q: What other ingredients can I add to the salad?
A: You can add a variety of ingredients to the salad, such as feta cheese, olives, red onion, cucumber, and grilled chicken or fish. You can also add different types of greens, such as rocket or watercress, as well as nuts and seeds. Get creative and experiment with different combinations.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Avocado was first introduced to the United States in 1871 by horticulturist William S. Lyon, who brought the fruit from Mexico to California.
Fun Fact 2: Spinach is believed to have originated in ancient Persia, and was introduced to China in the 7th century by the Persian-Indian monk, Xuanzang.