| Recipe: Horse Gram Pancakes | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| Ingredients: | 2 cups Horse Gram | 1.5 cups water | 2 ripe bananas | 1/2 cup whole wheat flour |
| 2 tablespoons honey | 1/2 cup milk | 1 teaspoon vanilla extract | 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon | |
| 1/4 teaspoon salt | 1 teaspoon baking powder | Non-stick cooking spray | 1 cup mixed fresh fruit | |
| Maple syrup |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 180 | 2.5g | 1g | 35g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 10g | 3g | 7g | 0.15g |
I love waking up and starting my day with one of my favorite recipes, Horse Gram Pancakes. These delectably hearty pancakes are a wonderful mix of health and flavor. Growing up in Boston, with a rich Irish heritage, I learned early the love of good comfort food. The essence of New England’s fresh produce and the heartiness of Irish meals have shaped my liking for dishes that are wholesome, enjoyable, and reminiscent of family gatherings.
A Morning Delight for my Family
Hailing from the heart of Boston, where pancakes are a staple breakfast item, I found a way to introduce a nutrient-dense ingredient like horse gram and transform it into a delicious morning treat. Trying these pancakes reminds me of the warm, bright mornings I share with Laura and our little bundle of joy. It’s an exciting take on an old favorite that you can share with your loved ones too!
The Healthy Blend in Horse Gram Pancakes
What makes these Horse Gram Pancakes particularly delightful is the inherent health benefit it brings to the breakfast table. With the horse gram base, you get a high protein and fiber boost that’s perfect for starting the day. The inclusion of ripe bananas adds a natural sweetness and offers a good dose of potassium. I love to top these pancakes with an assortment of fresh fruits to invigorate the taste buds and deliver a variety of vitamins and antioxidants. Not to forget, a sweet drizzle of maple syrup, packed with essential minerals and antioxidants.
If you are familiar with Banana Pancakes, this recipe will feel somewhat familiar, yet distinctively different and lighter to the palate. The Horse Gram Pancakes could also pair well with a warm, hearty Irish Stew for a delightful brunch.
Isn’t it wonderful when a recipe can strike this perfect balance between being wholesome, delicious, reminiscent of our roots, and a thread to weave new family traditions? That’s precisely why I hold the Horse Gram Pancakes dear. I invite you to try this recipe and experience the warmth I feel whenever I cook it for my family.
What You’ll Need
- 2 cups Horse Gram, soaked overnight
- 1.5 cups water
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Non-stick cooking spray, for cooking
- 1 cup mixed fresh fruit for topping (berries, sliced bananas, etc.)
- Maple syrup, for serving
Method
Step One
Start by preparing the horse gram. Rinse the horse gram under cold water then soak it overnight. When ready to use, drain and rinse again.
Step Two
Place the horse gram, bananas, whole wheat flour, honey, milk, water, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and baking powder into a blender. Blend until it becomes a smooth batter.
Step Three
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly coat with non-stick cooking spray. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake. Cook until bubbles appear on the surface, then flip and cook until browned on the other side. Repeat with remaining batter.
Step Four
Serve the pancakes warm, topped with fresh mixed fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup. Enjoy your hearty and healthy horse gram pancakes!
