Minced Veal and Mushroom Blini
Soft, pan-cooked blini serve as the base for a savory topping of minced veal and sautéed mushrooms seasoned with herbs and a touch of cream. The blini cook quickly in batches, and the filling comes together in the same window, making this a 30-minute meal that feels special enough for guests. Earthy mushrooms balance the mild richness of the veal throughout.
Equipment
- Frying pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Blini:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup milk preferably whole milk
- 1 large egg beaten
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 1 pound ground veal
- 1 cup cremini mushrooms chopped
- 1 small onion finely diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, egg, and salt until smooth. The batter should be slightly runny, with a consistency similar to pancake batter.
- Heat a lightly oiled frying pan over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan, tilting to spread evenly. Cook until the edges start to lift and small bubbles appear in the center, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook for another minute. Repeat with the remaining batter. Set the blini aside.
- In the same pan, add olive oil, and when hot, add the diced onion. Sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the chopped mushrooms and cook until browned and their liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes. Stir in the ground veal and cook until browned and crumbly.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and fresh thyme. Cook for another 2 minutes. The filling should be flavorful with a harmonious savory aroma.
- Spoon a generous amount of the veal-mushroom filling onto each blini, fold over, and serve immediately.
Notes
Lisa’s Tips:
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of white wine to the veal-mushroom filling and reduce it down for depth.
- Substitute chicken if veal is unavailable.
- To enhance the dish further, scatter some grated Parmesan cheese over the folded blini before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 405kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 29gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 147mgSodium: 427mgPotassium: 609mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 190IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 113mgIron: 3mg
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