Spinach Cakes
Serves 6
Time 30 min
These Ecuadoran-inspired green pancakes flavored with a hint of cilantro are a perfect complement to a savory meal. Inspired by Whole Planet Foundation® microcredit client recipes.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided
- 1/2 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 1 (10.0-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained well
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup low-fat (1%) milk
Method
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat.
Add onion and cook until tender and browned, 5 to 6 minutes.
Stir in spinach and cilantro and remove from heat. Let cool.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
In a small bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
Whisk egg mixture into flour mixture until blended.
Stir in cooled spinach mixture just until evenly blended.
In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of the oil over medium-high heat until hot.
Drop pancake batter by scant 1/4 cupfuls and cook until golden on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
Add more oil and adjust heat as needed. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 2 cakes, 200 calories (80 from fat), 9g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 95mg cholesterol, 380mg sodium, 24g carbohydrates (4g dietary fiber, 4g sugar), 9g protein.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided
- 1/2 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 1 (10.0-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained well
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup low-fat (1%) milk