Buckwheat Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche

Health score
1%
Buckwheat Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche
45 min.
12
133kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Buckwheat Blinis topped with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche. Perfect for a morning meal, brunch, or a luxurious breakfast, these blinis are not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor. The combination of nutty buckwheat flour and light all-purpose flour creates a unique texture that pairs beautifully with the rich, smoky taste of salmon.

Imagine serving these delicate pancakes at your next gathering, where they will surely impress your guests. The process of making blinis is a labor of love, as you whisk together the ingredients and allow the batter to rise, creating a light and airy base. Once cooked to golden perfection, each blini becomes a canvas for a dollop of creamy crème fraîche, a slice of velvety smoked salmon, and a sprinkle of fresh dill sprigs.

Not only are these blinis a feast for the eyes, but they also offer a balanced caloric profile, making them a guilt-free indulgence. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch for 12 servings, ensuring everyone can enjoy this exquisite dish. Whether it's a special occasion or a simple weekend treat, Buckwheat Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraîche are sure to elevate your dining experience to new heights.

Ingredients

  • 1.3 teaspoons yeast dry
  • 0.5 cup flour 
  • 0.3 cup buckwheat flour 
  • 12 servings butter melted
  • 12 servings crème fraîche 
  • 12 servings optional: dill fresh
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 12 servings carrot 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt generous ()
  • ounce salmon smoked thinly sliced
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium bowl.
  2. Place milk and butter in small saucepan. Stir over low heat until butter melts and thermometer registers 110°F (if mixture gets too warm, cool until temperature returns to 110°F).
  3. Pour warm milk mixture into flour mixture and whisk until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand in warm draft-free area until doubled in volume, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
  4. Whisk buckwheat batter to deflate; then whisk in eggs. Do ahead Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
  5. Transfer to large bowl. Cover; chill (may increase in volume; rewhisk before using).
  6. Preheat oven to 200°F.
  7. Heat griddle or large skillet over medium heat.
  8. Brush lightly with melted butter. Working in batches, pour 2 tablespoons batter for each blini onto griddle, spacing apart. Cook until bubbles form on top and begin to pop, about 1 1/2 minutes. Turn blinis; cook until golden brown on bottom, about 1 1/2 minutes.
  9. Transfer to baking sheet. Tent with foil and place in oven to keep warm while cooking remaining blinis. Do ahead Blinis can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, cover, and chill.
  10. Brush blinis lightly with melted butter and rewarm on baking sheet in 350°F oven 5 minutes.
  11. Arrange warm blinis on platter. Spoon 1 rounded teaspoon crème fraîche atop each. Top with smoked salmon.
  12. Garnish with salmon roe and dill sprigs and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories133kcal
Protein15.18%
Fat56.87%
Carbs27.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.67
Glycemic Load
4.17
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.2908695871415%

Flavonoids

Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:132.57kcal
6.63%
Fat:8.48g
13.05%
Saturated Fat:4.56g
28.48%
Carbohydrates:9.38g
3.13%
Net Carbohydrates:8.82g
3.21%
Sugar:2.85g
3.17%
Cholesterol:57.18mg
19.06%
Sodium:179.58mg
7.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.1g
10.19%
Vitamin D:2.13µg
14.18%
Selenium:8.89µg
12.7%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.1%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.85%
Phosphorus:85.86mg
8.59%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.5%
Folate:24.8µg
6.2%
Vitamin A:296.58IU
5.93%
Vitamin B3:1.15mg
5.75%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.59%
Calcium:46.75mg
4.68%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.31%
Vitamin B5:0.42mg
4.23%
Magnesium:16.38mg
4.1%
Iron:0.63mg
3.52%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.14%
Potassium:105.62mg
3.02%
Zinc:0.44mg
2.94%
Copper:0.06mg
2.87%
Fiber:0.56g
2.25%
Source:Epicurious