Naleśniki (Polish Crepes)

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1. 1

   Whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

   Ongeveer 1 min

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, lightly beat the large eggs.

   Ongeveer 1 min

3. 3

   Add the milk, water, and vegetable oil (for batter) to the beaten eggs and mix well.

   Ongeveer 1 min

4. 4

   Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking continuously until a smooth batter forms. Ensure there are no lumps.

   Ongeveer 3 min

   Tip van de kok: Whisking clockwise and then counter-clockwise can help break up lumps effectively.

5. 5

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the batter rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flour to hydrate fully, resulting in more tender crepes.

   Tip van de kok: You can prepare the batter the night before and store it in the fridge.

6. 6

   Heat a non-stick frying pan or crepe pan over medium heat. Lightly brush the pan with a small amount of the remaining vegetable oil (for frying).

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: A 20-24 cm (8-9.5 inch) pan works best for traditional-sized crepes.

7. 7

   Pour a ladleful of batter into the hot pan, immediately tilting and rotating the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin circle.

   Tip van de kok: The first crepe often doesn't turn out perfectly, so don't be discouraged.

8. 8

   Cook for about 1-2 minutes until the edges start to brown and the top appears set.

   Ongeveer 2 min

9. 9

   Carefully flip the crepe using a spatula and cook for another 30-60 seconds on the second side until lightly golden.

   Ongeveer 1 min

10. 10

    Transfer the cooked crepe to a plate and cover with a clean kitchen towel to keep warm while you cook the remaining batter.

    Tip van de kok: Stacking them helps keep them soft and pliable.

11. 11

    Repeat the process with the remaining batter, adding a tiny bit more vegetable oil to the pan if needed for each crepe.

    Ongeveer 15 min

12. 12

    Serve the naleśniki warm with your favorite sweet or savory fillings.

    Tip van de kok: Popular fillings include fruit jams, sweetened cottage cheese, or fresh fruit with whipped cream.