Buckwheat Griddle Cakes
A modernized version of an old-fashioned buckwheat griddle cake recipe, using a sourdough starter method for a tangy flavor.
Ingredients
- 0.25 teaspoon Active Dry Yeast (Equivalent to 1/4 of a yeast cake)
- 0.5 cup Lukewarm Water (For dissolving yeast)
- 1.75 cups Buckwheat Flour
- 1 tablespoon Molasses
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 0.25 cup Lukewarm Water (For dissolving baking soda)
Instructions
- 1Dissolve the active dry yeast in 1/2 cup lukewarm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2In a large bowl, combine the buckwheat flour, milk, and salt. Mix well to form a batter. Add the dissolved yeast mixture to the batter and mix until well combined. The batter should be thin enough to pour.
- 3Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place overnight (8-12 hours).
- 4In the morning, stir the batter well. Dissolve the baking soda in 1/4 cup lukewarm water. Add the dissolved baking soda and molasses to the batter and mix thoroughly.
- 5Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each griddle cake. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- 6Serve the buckwheat griddle cakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as butter, syrup, or fruit.