Who does not love pancakes for breakfast? They are one of the tastiest and most nutritious breakfast options that you can customize according to your taste. I have brought you an excellent recipe for a crunchy cobweb pancake.
This pancake differs from a regular pancake in taste and look. It is lacy and slightly crispy outside and mildly sweet inside. You can complement any savory dish with this pancake.
By the appearance you might think, it is hard to create that cobweb shape. Well, do not worry and keep your trust in me! I am going to mention the easiest Crunchy Cobweb Pancakes recipe to make these stunning pancakes.
What are Crunchy Cobweb Pancakes?
Crunchy Cobweb Pancakes, also known as “Roti Jala” or “Net Pancakes.” This recipe is a popular delicacy in Asian cuisine. The name comes from their unique lace-like or cobweb appearance. This particular design is achieved by drizzling the batter in a circular motion onto a hot pan.
Traditionally, a special tool with several spouts called a roti jala mold, is used to create the cobweb effect. However, a squeeze bottle or a perforated cup can work nicely as a substitute.
This dish can fit perfectly for Halloween breakfast because of its shape. Once you taste it, you will certainly crave it again. So the occasion won’t be a concern then.
How To Make Crunchy Cobweb Pancakes?
To make the crunchy cobweb pancake, first, you have to prepare the batter with cornflour, rice flour, and flour. Salt, egg, water, vanilla essence sugar, and oil. These simple ingredients are enough to make delicious pancakes in minutes.
You just need to pour the batter into a piping bag and drizzle over the heated frying pan. When the pancake is cooked on one side carefully fold and remove it from the pan.
Once you try it, you will be surprised by this quick yet tasty recipe.
Crunchy Cobweb Pancakes Recipe
Ingredients
- ¼ cup of cornflour
- ¼ cup rice flour
- ½ cup of flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- An egg
- 1 cup of normal water
- ½ teaspoon vanilla essence
- ⅓ cup of sugar
- 1 tablespoon oil
Direction
- First of all, take a bowl and pour ¼ cup of cornflour, ¼ cup of rice flour, ½ cup of flour and ¼ teaspoon salt. Mix all well with a whisker.
- Now, pour an egg and mix well to make a thin batter.
- Keep mixing and adding 1 cup of normal water gradually into the mixture. This is necessary to get you the perfect batter.
- After mixing for a few minutes, add ½ teaspoon of vanilla essence, ⅓ cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of oil.
- Take the whisker again and give it a final mixture until the sugar dissolves properly. There should be no lumps runny batter like this.
- Now, take a piping bag and pour the batter carefully into it. Use a glass to hold the piping bag in place. This will make it easier to pour the batter.
- Tie the end of the piping bag properly. It will save you time and you will be safe from making the kitchen messy.
- Now, get a frying pan and preheat it to medium flame. Once it is ready. Squeeze the piping bag and drizzle the batter over the pan. As we are making cobweb pancakes, you should give it such a pattern.
- Finally, wait for 30 seconds on low flame and one side of the pancake will turn brown in color. Carefully fold your pancake, take it out of the pan, and serve on a plate.
- Repeat the same method with the existing batter of the bag and you can make too many of the pancakes.
What to serve with Crunchy Cobweb Pancakes?
Cobweb pancakes can be served with a variety of savory and sweet dishes. For savory pairings, they are traditionally enjoyed with rich and flavorful curries such as chicken curry, beef curry, or dhal curry. All of these are loved in Indian cuisine.
On the sweeter side, these pancakes can be drizzled with honey, maple syrup, or condensed milk for a simple yet satisfying dessert. They also pair wonderfully with chocolate sauce and fruit jams.
Chef’s Tips
- Ensure the batter is smooth and runny, similar to light cream. Strain the batter to remove lumps that could clog your drizzle tool or mold.
- Cover cooked pancakes with a clean towel or keep them in a warm oven to maintain softness while you finish the batch.
- For the best texture and flavor, serve the pancakes immediately after cooking with your favorite side dish.