Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup Nutella
Special Equipment Needed:
- 2-3 quart saucepan
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Slotted spoon
- Plate
- Knife
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vegetable oil.
3. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until combined.
4. Heat a 2-3 quart saucepan over medium heat.
5. Drop 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
6. Transfer the cooked papanași to a plate.
7. Repeat with the remaining batter.
8. Slice the bananas and spread a tablespoon of Nutella on each papanași.
9. Top each papanași with a banana slice and serve.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving Size: Makes 8 papanași
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
- Granulated sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar or honey.
- Whole milk can be substituted with almond milk or oat milk.
- Melted butter can be substituted with coconut oil.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with olive oil.
- Nutella can be substituted with peanut butter or almond butter.
Variations:
- Papanași can be topped with fresh fruit such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries.
- Papanași can be topped with whipped cream or ice cream.
- Papanași can be topped with a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the pan is hot before adding the batter.
- Use a slotted spoon to flip the papanași so they don’t break.
- Allow the papanași to cool before adding the toppings.
Storage Instructions:
Papanași can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Papanași can be reheated in the microwave or in a toaster oven.
Presentation Ideas:
Papanași can be served on a platter with the toppings arranged in a decorative way.
Garnishes:
Papanași can be garnished with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or chocolate chips.
Pairings:
Papanași can be paired with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Papanași can be served with a side of yogurt or fresh fruit.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the papanași are not cooking evenly, make sure the pan is hot before adding the batter.
- If the papanași are too dry, add a little more milk to the batter.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and not expired.
- Make sure all utensils and surfaces are clean before preparing the papanași.
Food History:
Papanași is a traditional Romanian dessert that is typically served with sour cream and jam.
Flavor Profiles:
Papanași has a sweet and savory flavor with notes of banana and Nutella.
Serving Suggestions:
Papanași can be served as a dessert or a snack.
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Region: Romanian