Elevate Your Pancake Game with This Secret Recipe for Seasoned Pancakes

Pancakes are a popular breakfast food enjoyed by people all around the world. However, in Trinidad and Tobago, there is a unique twist on this classic dish that adds a burst of flavor and cultural flair. We enjoy seasoned pancakes.

Trini pancakes incorporate local ingredients and spices to create a delicious and one-of-a-kind culinary experience. One of the key components of Trini pancakes is the addition of coconut. Coconut milk or shredded coconut is often mixed into the pancake batter, giving the pancakes a rich and creamy texture. Another signature ingredient is the use of local spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. These spices add a warm and aromatic flavor to the pancakes that sets them apart from traditional pancakes. Trini pancakes are often served with butter, syrup, or a sweet coconut sauce for a truly decadent breakfast treat.

seasoned pancakes

Prep Time: 5minutes mins

Cook Time: 10minutes mins

Total Time: 15minutes mins

Cuisine: Fusion

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup flour sifted
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 5 leaves chadon beni
  • 1 leaves big leaf thyme
  • 2 sprigs chive
  • 1 sprig parsley
  • 1 sprig fine leaf thyme
  • 1 tsp. grated onion
  • 2/3 cup water or milk
  • 1 tbsp. sugar optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil or butter for frying

Instructions

  • Chop the herbs finely and grate the onion. Blend the seasoning with the egg. Beat the mixture well.
  • First add 1/2 cup of water or milk to the mixture. Add the flour and mix well. Add the remaining amount of water (or milk) to the mixture, mix well. If the batter is not loose enough you may add a little more water (or milk).
  • Pour about 2 tbsp. of oil or melt about 1 tbsp. of butter in a frying pan over low heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of the mixture into the oil and allow to cook until slightly golden.
  • Flip and fry on the other side. Then remove and drain on a napkin

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Seasoned Pancakes

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories:
Author: Felix

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup flour sifted
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 5 leaves chadon beni
  • 1 leaves big leaf thyme
  • 2 sprigs chive
  • 1 sprig parsley
  • 1 sprig fine leaf thyme
  • 1 tsp. grated onion
  • 2/3 cup water or milk
  • 1 tbsp. sugar optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil or butter for frying

Instructions

  • Chop the herbs finely and grate the onion. Blend the seasoning with the egg. Beat the mixture well.
  • First add 1/2 cup of water or milk to the mixture. Add the flour and mix well. Add the remaining amount of water (or milk) to the mixture, mix well. If the batter is not loose enough you may add a little more water (or milk).
  • Pour about 2 tbsp. of oil or melt about 1 tbsp. of butter in a frying pan over low heat. Pour about 1/4 cup of the mixture into the oil and allow to cook until slightly golden.
  • Flip and fry on the other side. Then remove and drain on a napkin
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