{"id":"palacinke_aafe8b93f5","slug":"palacinke-eastern-european-crepes","title":"Palačinke (Eastern European Crepes)","description":"Thin, delicate, and versatile Eastern European crepes that can be served sweet with jam or savory with cheese. Unlike American pancakes, these are much thinner and larger, perfect for rolling or folding.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"2 large eggs","name":"Egg","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"large","notes":"","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"250g all-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"all-purpose","notes":"sifted","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"500ml whole milk","name":"Milk","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"whole","notes":"room temperature","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"100ml sparkling water","name":"Sparkling water","quantity":100,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"helps with lightness","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 pinch of salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"","notes":"to taste","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tablespoon vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"","notes":"for the batter","group":"Batter","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"Additional oil for frying","name":"Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"","notes":"as needed for the pan","group":"Frying","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and salt until slightly frothy.","group":"Prepare Batter","title":"Whisk together the eggs and salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Batter"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Gradually whisk in the milk and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil until well combined.","group":"Prepare Batter","title":"Gradually whisk in the milk and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Batter"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Slowly add the flour while whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Continue whisking until the batter is smooth and resembles thin cream.","group":"Prepare Batter","title":"Slowly add the flour while whisking continuously","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Batter"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Stir in the sparkling water. This will lighten the batter. Let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes.","group":"Prepare Batter","title":"Stir in the sparkling water","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Batter"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C). Lightly grease with a few drops of oil.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat a non-stick pan","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Pour a small ladle of batter into the center of the pan and quickly swirl to cover the bottom in a thin, even layer.","group":"Cooking","title":"Pour a small ladle of batter","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Cook for 1-2 minutes until the edges start to brown and pull away from the pan. Flip carefully with a spatula and cook the other side for 30-60 seconds until golden spots appear.","group":"Cooking","title":"Cook for 1-2 minutes","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Using sparkling water in the batter makes the palačinke lighter and luftier. 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Reheat in a dry pan or microwave.","reheatingNotes":"Microwave for 20 seconds or reheat on a pan over low heat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fpalacinke_aafe8b93f5%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac5688a7-9fa8-4211-9d8f-90610bdd5007","imageAlt":"Palačinke (Eastern European Crepes) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["crepes","pancakes","breakfast","thin pancakes","european food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Palačinke (Eastern European Crepes)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:01:21.606Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:01:21.606Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_943b7108be","slug":"buckwheat-porridge-hrechana-kasha","title":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha)","description":"A nutritious, nutty, and comforting Eastern European staple. 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