How To Make Pancakes

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Ingredients

  • 200g/7oz plain flour
  • 350ml/12fl oz milk (or ½ milk ½ water for a lighter pancake)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly whisked
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil, plus extra for frying
  • pinch salt

Method

  1. Put the flour into a large bowl, make a well in the centre and pour in the milk and eggs. Give the liquid mixture a quick whisk before incorporating the flour. Continue to whisk until you have a smooth batter.

  2. Now add 1 tbsp vegetable oil and whisk thoroughly.

  3. Take a crêpe pan, or large frying pan, dip some kitchen roll in the oil and carefully wipe the inside of the pan. Heat the pan over a medium heat for 1 minute.

  4. Add just under a ladleful of batter to the pan and immediately start swirling it round the pan to get a nice even layer.

  5. Cook the pancake for 30–40 seconds. Use a palette knife to lift the pancake carefully to look at the underside to check it is golden-brown before turning over. Cook the other side for approx 30– 40 seconds and transfer to a serving plate.