Nalistnyky

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Nalistnyky, a Ukrainian dish featuring thin, crepe-like pancakes filled with creamy cottage cheese and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a comforting dessert.

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 tbsp sour cream
• to taste salt
• to taste sugar

Method

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth to create the batter.

2. 2

   Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.

3. 3

   Pour a ladle of batter into the skillet, swirling it around to form a thin crepe. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges lift, then flip and cook for another minute.

4. 4

   Once cooked, transfer the crepe to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.

5. 5

   In a separate bowl, mix the cottage cheese, sour cream, salt, and sugar (if desired) until creamy.

6. 6

   Spoon a portion of the cottage cheese mixture onto each crepe, roll them up, and place them seam-side down on a serving plate.

7. 7

   Serve warm, optionally topped with additional sour cream or fruit preserves.