Tiganites are a tasty Greek breakfast. They’re kind of like pancakes but thinner and crisper. These treats go way back to ancient Greece.
They were usually served with honey and nuts, making them a sweet delight. You can enjoy them sweet with honey, walnuts, or cinnamon, or go savory with cheese or yogurt.
Making tiganites is simple. They’re perfect for a relaxing weekend morning. The crispy edges and warm honey drizzled on top with crunchy walnuts create a yummy flavor that highlights Greek food.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk (or water for a lighter option)
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Olive oil for frying
- ½ cup honey, warmed
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- Cinnamon for garnish
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Slowly mix this into the dry ingredients until everything is smooth and mixed well.
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add a bit of olive oil.
- Pour a ladle (about ¼ cup) of the batter into the pan.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes until bubbles form and the edges look set.
- Flip it over and cook for another 1-2 minutes until it’s golden brown.
- Keep doing this with the rest of the batter, adding more olive oil when needed.
- Put the tiganites on a plate.
- Drizzle them with warm honey, sprinkle with the chopped walnuts, and add a bit of cinnamon.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
