Ina Garten Blini

This Ina Garten Blini recipe is delicate and airy, which uses buckwheat flour and buttermilk for a classic bite-sized pancake. It’s an elegant appetizer, ready in just 15 minutes.

Ina Garten Blini Ingredients

• 50g buckwheat flour
• 25g all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp caster sugar
• Pinch bicarb
• 200ml buttermilk
• 20g melted butter
• 1 egg, separated
• Pinch of salt
• Butter for frying
• Toppings: sour cream, chives, crab, caviar, lemon jam

How To Make Ina Garten Blini

1. Combine dry ingredients: Whisk buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and bicarb in a bowl.
2. Mix wet ingredients: In a jug, whisk buttermilk, melted butter, and egg yolk. Add to the dry mixture and stir until smooth.
3. Strain batter: Pass the batter through a sieve to remove lumps.
4. Whip egg whites: Beat egg white with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form, then fold gently into the batter.
5. Cook the blinis: Heat a lightly buttered pan over medium heat, then reduce to low-medium. Spoon 2-inch rounds and cook for about 1 minute per side until bubbles form and edges set.
6. Serve warm: Top with sour cream, chives, caviar, crab, or lemon jam.

Recipe Tips

• Can I make the batter ahead of time?
  Yes, mix the base batter but fold in whipped egg whites just before cooking for the best rise.
• Can I substitute buckwheat flour?
  Yes, you can use whole wheat or plain flour, but the flavor will be less traditional.
• How do I keep blinis warm for serving?
  Keep cooked blinis in a low oven (200°F) while you make more.
• What toppings work best?
  Classic options include caviar and sour cream, but smoked salmon, crème fraîche, or jam are great alternatives.

What To Serve With Blini

Blinis make a versatile appetizer and pair well with:

• Smoked salmon and cream cheese
• Lemon curd or jam for a sweet option
• Caviar with sour cream and chives
• Crab salad or shrimp cocktail

How To Store Blini

Refrigerate: Store cooled blinis in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Freeze: Layer with parchment paper, freeze up to 1 month, and reheat in a skillet or oven.

Blini Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 106 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 11g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 90mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make gluten-free blinis?
Yes, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend and ensure baking powder is gluten-free.

Why fold egg whites separately?
Folding beaten egg whites creates light, airy texture in the blinis.

Can I make mini or larger blinis?
Yes, adjust size to preference — just reduce or increase cooking time accordingly.

Try More Recipes:

• Ina Garten Pomegranate Cosmo
• Ina Garten Roasted Vegetable Frittata
• Ina Garten Midnight Pasta