BUCKWHEAT PANCAKE WITH GINGER AND CINNAMON (GULIYO PHAPAR KO ROTI) गुलियो फापरको रोटि
Buckwheat Pancakes is an inventive take on the tradition buckwheat crepes/ rotis that is a beloved staple of the Thakali community in Nepal. Buckwheat is a highly versatile crop that grows effortlessly in low fertility soil, making it a common staple in Nepal's highlands and lowlands. The pancakes are gluten free and high in protein with the added bonus of being delicious! Buckwheat has a naturally nutty and citrus taste which complements the flavours found in ginger and cinnamon.
- Prep time
- 5 min
- Cook time
- 15 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 2 cups Buckwheat flour
- 2 cups water
- 8 teaspoon Brown Sugar
- 3 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoon Ghiu (clarified butter/ ghee)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Paste
Instructions
- 1
Preparing the Batter
- 2
Place the buckwheat flour in a large bowl.
- 3
Add the cinnamon powder, sugar and baking powder to the buckwheat flour.
- 4
Slowly add water in small amounts at a time and mix as you go.
- 5
Add the ginger paste
- 6
Beat the mixture thoroughly using a whisk or a fork until it forms a thick, smooth batter that has a consistency you can pour. Make sure to break down and any lumps. If it is too thick add more water, if too thin add more buckwheat flour.
- 7
Allow the batter to rest for about 5-10 minutes. This resting time will give the batter a chance to hydrate, ensuring that the pancakes will be light and fluffy.
- 8
Cooking the Crêpe/ Roti
- 9
Heat a non-stick pan or a cast-iron pan over medium heat.
- 10
Grease the pan lightly with ghiu (clarified butter).
- 11
Once the pan is hot enough, add half a ladle of the batter to the centre of the pan. Cook for 2- 3 minutes until golden brown at the bottom.
- 12
Using a spatula, carefully flip the pancake over and let it cook on the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
- 13
Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- 14
Serving the Pancake
- 15
Once the pancakes are cooked, remove them from the pan and transfer them to a plate.
- 16
You can serve the pancakes with any topping of your liking. I personally like a dollop of cream or butter and fresh berries with a drizzle of honey.