Delicious Cornmeal Pancakes with Sautéed Veggies – Mushroom & Spinach Recipe

If you’re looking for a savoury twist on the traditional pancake, these Cornmeal Pancakes with Mushrooms and Spinach are the perfect choice! Packed with nutritious vegetables and hearty cornmeal, they offer a healthier alternative to the usual sweet varieties, making them a great option for breakfast or brunch. These pancakes can be enjoyed on their own or paired with your favourite breakfast staples like sausage or eggs, adding a wholesome, flavorful balance to your meal. Trying to switch up your breakfast routine? Here’s a more nutritious start to your day, these pancakes are a must-try!

Ingredients:

240g self-raising flour,
80g fine cornmeal
45g coarse cornmeal
1 large egg
145ml milk, room temprature
200ml water (room temperature, to loosen batter not all will be used)
200g chestnut mushrooms, medium sliced
160g sweetcorn, canned & drained
2 small white onions, medium sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
120g spinach, washed
1 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
Fine sea salt to taste
Grana Padano cheese, for garnish
Oil or fat of choice for frying

Method

1.In a large bowl, sift the flour, then add the fine and coarse cornmeal and salt. Stir to combine. Add half of the sweetcorn and toss to coat in the flour mixture.

2.In a separate bowl or measuring jug, whisk together the egg and milk. Gradually pour the mixture into the flour, whisking until combined. Slowly add water to reach a smooth, thick batter, ensuring no flour pockets remain.

3.Heat a frying pan or cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat and lightly grease with oil. Pour in batter using a ladle, forming circular pancakes. Cook until bubbles form and edges firm up, then flip. Stack cooked pancakes, covering them with a tea towel to keep warm.

4.In the same pan (cleaning out any burnt bits), add a little oil and sauté the onions and mushrooms until soft and any liquid evaporates. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5.Stir in the spinach and garlic. Cook until the spinach wilts, then add the remaining sweetcorn, mixing everything together.