Palatschinken (Czech/Austrian crepes)

Ingredients

• 250 mlMilk
• 150 gFlour
• 3 pcsEgg
• 1 pinchSalt
• 5 mlRum
• 50 mlMineral water
• 5 mlOil

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the batter

   • Combine the flour and milk in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the salt and optional rum.
   • Optional: For a lighter batter, whisk in a little sparkling mineral water until you reach a thin, pourable consistency.
2. 2

   Prepare the pan

   • Heat a non-stick frying pan well.
   • Add a drop of oil and spread it thinly over the pan with a kitchen towel.
3. 3

   Fry the crepes

   • Ladle a small amount of batter into the hot pan and tilt the pan so the batter spreads thinly and evenly.
   • Cook about 45–60 seconds until the top looks matte and nearly dry.
   • Flip and brown the other side for about 20–30 seconds.
   • Repeat with the remaining batter, adding a little oil if needed.
4. 4

   Serving suggestion

   • Serve warm with jam, sugar and lemon, or savory with quark/cheese or ham.
   • Fill, roll or fold the crepes as desired and serve immediately.