Meat-Filled Blini with Beef and Boiled Egg
Thin milk pancakes filled with seasoned beef, onion and chopped egg, folded and warmed in the oven.
These thin pancakes are filled with seasoned ground meat, chopped boiled egg and a little cheese, then folded and baked until hot. The source mixes several keyword variations into one filling; this version keeps the meat-and-egg combination and treats cheese as an optional topping. Cook the filling thoroughly before stuffing, and make the pancakes thin enough to fold without tearing. A final short bake warms the centres and melts the cheese if used. Whisk 3 eggs, sugar and salt. Whisk in milk, then flour and baking soda until smooth. Stir in oil and rest batter 15 minutes. Cook ground beef and onion in a skillet until browned and beef reaches 71°C (160°F). Season with pepper and cool slightly. Fold in chopped boiled eggs.
Recipe card
Meat-Filled Blini with Beef and Boiled Egg
Equipment: Knife, cutting board, mixing bowl and suitable pan
Ingredients
Instructions
Make batter
Whisk 3 eggs, sugar and salt. Whisk in milk, then flour and baking soda until smooth. Stir in oil and rest batter 15 minutes.
Cook filling
Cook ground beef and onion in a skillet until browned and beef reaches 71°C (160°F). Season with pepper and cool slightly. Fold in chopped boiled eggs.
Cook pancakes
Heat a lightly oiled skillet. Pour in a thin layer of batter and cook about 1 minute per side. Repeat to make 10 to 12 pancakes.
Fill and fold
Place filling on each pancake and fold into an envelope.
Warm through
Arrange in a baking dish seam-side down. Add grated cheese if using and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10 to 15 minutes until hot.
How to tell when it is ready
Pancake filling is hot throughout; ground beef is fully cooked.
Tips
- Rest batter before cooking.
- Use a thin layer for flexible pancakes.
- Cool filling slightly before wrapping.
- Place pancakes seam-side down in the dish.
Troubleshooting
- If the mixture is too thick, add liquid a little at a time.
- If browning too quickly, lower the heat.
Substitutions
- Use a suitable neutral oil if needed.
- Choose a broth or seasoning that suits your dietary needs.
Variations
- Adjust herbs or spices to taste.
- Add a little citrus for brightness.
Serving suggestions
- Serve with sour cream.
- Add chopped dill.
- Pair with cucumber salad.
- Offer tomato sauce.
Make ahead
Measure ingredients ahead and finish cooking shortly before serving.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 3 days.
Food safety
Contains wheat, milk and egg. Cook ground beef to 71°C (160°F); refrigerate cooked filling promptly.
Frequently asked questions
Can I prepare this ahead?
Prepare components ahead and refrigerate promptly.
How should I store savory meat-filled blini?
Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 3 days.
Serve promptly and refrigerate leftovers safely.
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