{"id":"recipe_05bafaa750","slug":"syrnyky-ukrainian-cheese-pancakes","title":"Syrnyky (Ukrainian Cheese Pancakes)","description":"Soft, pillowy, and golden-brown pancakes made from farmer's cheese. A quintessential Eastern European breakfast staple that is creamy on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":30,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g Farmer's cheese (Tvorog)","name":"Farmer's cheese","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"dry and crumbly","notes":"also known as Tvorog","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 large egg","name":"Egg","quantity":1,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"piece","form":"","notes":"large","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"2 tbsp sugar","name":"Sugar","quantity":25,"unit":"g","usQuantity":0.9,"usUnit":"oz","form":"granulated","notes":"","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"3 tbsp all-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":45,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.6,"usUnit":"oz","form":"plus extra for dusting","notes":"all-purpose","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 pinch salt","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"","notes":"to taste","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"2 tbsp sunflower oil","name":"Sunflower Oil","quantity":30,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"oz","form":"","notes":"or any neutral vegetable oil for frying","group":"Cooking","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a medium bowl, mash the farmer's cheese with a fork until mostly smooth. If the cheese is very wet, drain it through cheesecloth first.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Mash the farmer's cheese","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the egg, sugar, and a pinch of salt to the cheese. Mix thoroughly until combined.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Add the egg, sugar, and a pinch of salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Fold in the flour (45g / 1.6 oz) and mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Do not overmix or they will become tough.","group":"Prepare Dough","title":"Fold in the flour","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Prepare Dough"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Form each into a ball, then flatten slightly into a patty shape. Lightly dust each patty with extra flour.","group":"Shape","title":"Divide the dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shape"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat the sunflower oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the syrnyky in the pan and fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.","group":"Cook","title":"Heat the sunflower oil","timerMinutes":8,"sourceTitle":"Cook"}],"notes":"Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream, honey, or fresh berry jam. For a smoother texture, pass the farmer's cheese through a fine-mesh sieve before mixing.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["mixing bowl","fork","non-stick skillet","spatula"],"diet":["vegetarian","high_protein"],"allergens":["milk","eggs","wheat","gluten"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":8,"unit":"piece","note":"makes about 8 pancakes"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"You can shape the patties the night before and keep them covered in the fridge."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in a dry skillet over low heat or in the oven at 300°F (149°C) to maintain texture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_05bafaa750%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7b2a6212-bd2c-47c3-98bb-dc5ba7c9a9e1","imageAlt":"Syrnyky (Ukrainian Cheese Pancakes) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["cheese pancakes","farmers cheese","sweet breakfast","ukrainian cuisine","high protein"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Syrnyky (Ukrainian Cheese Pancakes)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T04:52:57.649Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T04:52:57.649Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_943b7108be","slug":"buckwheat-porridge-hrechana-kasha","title":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha)","description":"A nutritious, nutty, and comforting Eastern European staple. This fluffy buckwheat porridge is a healthy, gluten-free dish that is perfect for breakfast or as a hearty side.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["main","side"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_943b7108be%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=7dd38cb8-7bb4-48fd-b6e8-db1d1eed0a49","imageAlt":"Buckwheat Porridge (Hrechana Kasha) — recipe cover","tags":["healthy","gluten-free","grains","comfort food","ukrainian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_2de0ebda17","slug":"classic-fried-eggs-yayechnya","title":"Classic Fried Eggs (Yayechnya)","description":"A simple and hearty Eastern European breakfast staple, perfectly fried in butter until the whites are set and the yolks remain golden and runny.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":1,"cookMinutes":4,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","keto","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_2de0ebda17%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=0988b3e6-a90f-4431-b861-ac88053e5f08","imageAlt":"Classic Fried Eggs (Yayechnya) — recipe cover","tags":["eggs","breakfast","quick","protein","ukrainian","low carb"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"ovsena_kasa_da34fa4a4b","slug":"creamy-oatmeal-ovsena-kasa","title":"Creamy Oatmeal (Ovsená Kaša)","description":"A comforting and nourishing Eastern European breakfast staple made with rolled oats simmered in milk and water, traditionally served with a knob of butter and honey.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":8,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":8},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Slovak"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fovsena_kasa_da34fa4a4b%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f129ec12-1f3d-4b53-b747-f42d48dcf3a2","imageAlt":"Creamy Oatmeal (Ovsená Kaša) — recipe cover","tags":["oatmeal","porridge","healthy","warm breakfast","easy breakfast","slovak"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5}]}