Buckwheat pancakes

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Going on holiday in Brittany without trying buckwheat pancakes is like going to Paris without seeing the Eiffel Tower! They’re an essential part of Breton gastronomy! Be warned, they’ll win you over from the very first bite!

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Ingredients

For a dozen galettes :

330 g buckwheat flour
75 cl water
1 egg
10 g salt
butter

Recipe

Preparation time: 10 minutes – Resting time: 2 hours 1. Place the buckwheat flour in a well in a bowl with the salt. 2. Pour in the water gradually and mix vigorously. 3. Add the egg and mix well until the dough is smooth. 4. Leave the dough to rest in the fridge for 2 hours. 5. to cook, put some butter in a frying pan and pour in a ladleful of batter, tilting the pan to spread it over the entire surface. 6. cook on both sides for about 1 to 2 minutes.

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Where does buckwheat come from?

Originating in Asia, buckwheat, also known as black wheat, first developed in China before spreading to Europe over the centuries. Its cultivation became firmly established in the 14thᵉ century, finding Brittany the ideal soil in which to flourish. Even today, it remains the cradle of French buckwheat, promoted by a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) since 2009 under the name “blé noir tradition Bretagne”. Contrary to its name, buckwheat is not a cereal but a flowering plant, making it a unique and precious crop.

And its nutritional benefits?

Buckwheat is naturally rich in plant proteins and essential minerals such as phosphorus, potassium, calcium and magnesium. As it is gluten-free, it is particularly popular with people who are intolerant or sensitive to gluten. Its seeds, low in fat and sugar but rich in soluble fibre, promote digestive comfort and contribute to a balanced diet.

You will need

a hen’s bottom or salad bowl
a wooden spoon
a whisk
a frying pan or billig

Tips and tricks

Prepare a dough the day before with a little water, and mix with the rest of the water on the day.
Prefer the billig to the traditional frying pan – they’ll be all the better for it!

Breton galettes to savour

Fancy a golden Breton galette? In the Trégor region, crêperies vie with each other to bring out the best in buckwheat from Brittany. Take a look at our list of good places to eat on the spot, or buy your buckwheat pancakes from local bakeries, markets and producers’ shops. Quite simply, this is where you’ll find the true taste of Brittany’s terroir.

Breton dishes

Our other typical Breton recipes

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