Blinis

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Mix 100g wholemeal strong bread flour, 70g plain white flour, 1 tsp fast action yeast and ¼ tsp salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the centre and pour 1 lightly beaten medium egg and 250ml lukewarm milk.

Step 2

Whisk the egg and milk together gradually drawing in the flour until all of it is incorporated and there is a smooth batter. Cover the bowl with cling film and leave to stand for about 1 hour, after which it will have thickened slightly.

Step 3

Heat a large non-stick pan with a small amount of vegetable oil. Stir the batter and, using a teaspoon, drop about eight spoonfuls into the pan to make bite-sized pancakes.

Step 4

Cook for 1-2 minutes, until bubbles appear on the surface of the pancakes. Flip over and cook for another minute or until golden. Carefully transfer the blinis to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 5

Mix 100g crème fraîche with 1 tbsp creamed horseradish, a squeeze of lemon juice and a little seasoning. Cut slices of smoked salmon into small pieces.

Step 6

Top each blini with a spoonful of the crème fraîche mixture and a piece of smoked salmon. Garnish with a small piece of fresh dill, a little lemon zest and black pepper, and finish with another squeeze of lemon juice.