Discover the recipe for the traditional South Tyrolean pancake soup, a hearty combination of tasty pancake strips and clear broth.
South Tyrolean Pancake Soup: A Hearty Delight
A traditional dish from South Tyrol with detailed instructions. Perfect as a starter.
Ingredients
For the Pancakes:
- 100g flour
- 2 eggs
- 200ml milk
- Salt
- Some chives, finely chopped
- Some butter or oil for frying
For the Soup:
- 1 liter clear beef or vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives for garnish
Preparation
- Mix flour, eggs, milk, and a pinch of salt into a smooth batter. Heat butter or oil in a pan and cook thin pancakes. After cooling, cut into thin strips.
- Prepare the broth and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the pancake strips into the hot beef broth, garnish with fresh chives, and serve.
Recipe Details
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: approx. 200 kcal per serving
Pancake Soup: A Culinary Journey into History
Pancake soup, a classic of Austrian cuisine, has an interesting history. It likely originated in the Habsburg monarchy. The pancake strips symbolize the simple yet refined culinary art of the region. Originally intended as a way to use up leftover pancakes, the soup quickly became a popular dish in Austrian and South Tyrolean cuisine. It combines a love for down-to-earth cooking with the ability to turn simple ingredients into something special.
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