Basic Buckwheat Sourdough Discard Pancakes

SWEET & SAVORY OLADI

Russian pancakes with a twist

recipes: Francine Spiering | photography: Raymond Franssen

These fluffy little risen pancakes are inspired by Russian oladi, which are traditionally made with a yeasted batter and soured milk (kefir, buttermilk or yogurt). Between the buckwheat flour and good-for-the-gut bacteria in yogurt and sourdough starter, our oladi are nutrient-dense, easily whipped up and beautifully versatile. Add a splash of color with beetroot or dark chocolate, and they’ll make for eye-catching presentation, too.