Ham and Onion Pancakes from Amsterdam
Transport your taste buds to the charming streets of Amsterdam with these savory Ham and Onion Pancakes, a delightful Dutch-inspired twist on classic crepes. These golden, tender pancakes are filled with caramelized onions and perfectly browned slices of ham, creating a harmonious blend of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. The batter, made from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and milk, comes together quickly, while the caramelized onions add depth and richness to each bite. Perfect as a hearty breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner, these thin pancakes are finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Easy to make in under 35 minutes, this recipe is a wonderful way to try an authentic Amsterdam-style pancake right in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 4 slices Thinly sliced ham
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, egg, salt, and sugar until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Set aside to rest for 10 minutes.
Peel and thinly slice the onion into rings. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lightly cook the ham slices for 1-2 minutes on each side until slightly browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or pancake griddle over medium heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, pour about 1/4 of the pancake batter into the skillet, swirling the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin layer.
Quickly arrange 1 slice of ham and a portion of the caramelized onions on top of the pancake while the batter is still wet. Sprinkle with a pinch of black pepper.
Cook the pancake for 2-3 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown, then flip carefully with a spatula. Cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes until set and slightly browned.
Transfer the pancake to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, ham, and onions, adding more butter to the skillet as necessary.
Garnish the pancakes with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve warm. Enjoy your savory Amsterdam-style Ham and Onion Pancakes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 368 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 2855 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.8 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 50.6 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 389 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1079 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
