Ukrainian Benderiky with Chicken & Mushrooms
Traditional Ukrainian crispy crepes filled with a savory chicken and mushroom mixture. Golden on the outside and juicy inside, these benderiky are perfect for breakfast. Note: 1 serving = 2–3 benderiky.
- Eggs2pcs
- Milk500ml
- Flour200g
- Sugar1g
- Salt0.5g
- Oil1ml
- Butter20g
- Chicken fillet150g
- Mushrooms150g
- Hard cheese150g
- Onion1pcs
- Mayonnaise30g
- Salt2g
- 1
In a bowl, mix eggs with sugar and salt. Gradually add sifted flour.
- 2
Whisk well and slowly pour in lukewarm milk, mixing constantly to avoid lumps.
- 3
Add oil, mix again, and let the batter rest for 15 minutes. (If needed, blend to remove lumps.)
- 4
Heat a frying pan, add a bit of butter, and cook thin crepes on medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side.
- 5
For the filling, finely chop onion, chicken, and mushrooms.
- 6
Fry onion first, then add chicken and mushrooms. Cook until done. Season with salt and pepper.
- 7
Add grated cheese and mix until slightly melted.
- 8
Cut each crepe in half. Fold one edge, spread a little mayonnaise.
- 9
Add filling and fold into a triangle shape, tucking the edge inside.
- 10
Optionally, fry the benderiky in butter until golden and crispy.
