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Talbina Pancakes with Cinnamon Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of talbina flour
- 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup of milk
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Spatula
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the talbina flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and sugar.

2. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.

5. Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour the batter onto the skillet or griddle.

6. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.

7. Repeat until all the batter is used up.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 8-10 pancakes

Nutritional information:
Calories: 120
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 3g
Sodium: 190mg
Sugar: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of flour in place of the all-purpose flour.
- You can use any type of milk in place of the regular milk.
- You can use any type of sweetener in place of the sugar.

Variations:
- Add chopped nuts or fruit to the batter for added texture and flavor.
- Substitute the cinnamon for other spices such as nutmeg or cardamom.

Tips and tricks:
- Do not overmix the batter as this can result in tough pancakes.
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle to prevent the pancakes from sticking.
- Keep the pancakes warm in a low oven until ready to serve.

Storage instructions:
Store any leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pancakes in the microwave or in a toaster oven until warmed through.

Presentation ideas:
Stack the pancakes on a plate and drizzle with maple syrup or honey.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle with additional cinnamon or powdered sugar.

Pairings:
Serve with fresh fruit or yogurt for a balanced breakfast.

Suggested side dishes:
Bacon or sausage links.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pancakes are too thick, add more milk to the batter.
- If the pancakes are too thin, add more flour to the batter.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the pancakes thoroughly to prevent any foodborne illnesses.

Food history:
Talbina is a type of porridge made from barley that has been mentioned in Islamic literature as a healing food.

Flavor profiles:
The pancakes have a warm and comforting flavor from the cinnamon.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the pancakes for breakfast or brunch.

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