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Perepechi (перепечи)

Perepechi are small flat Russian cakes, traditionally cooked dry on a hot griddle or in the oven. They accompany soups and dishes in sauce and are eaten while still warm.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Optional extras

Instructions

  1. Mix the flour, salt, baking powder and sugar in a bowl.
  2. Add the oil, then gradually the lukewarm water to form a soft dough.
  3. Knead for 5 minutes, then let it rest for 15 minutes under a cloth.
  4. Divide into 8 balls and roll each into a flatbread about 5 mm thick.
  5. Prick the surface with a fork so it doesn't puff up.
  6. Cook the flatbreads dry in a hot pan for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden spots appear.
  7. Brush with melted butter if you like and serve warm.

Variations and tips

Stuffed version. Fill the flatbreads with grated cheese or mashed potatoes before folding them over.

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