diff --git a/food_related/pancake_recipe_guide.md b/food_related/pancake_recipe_guide.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..e61756f --- /dev/null +++ b/food_related/pancake_recipe_guide.md @@ -0,0 +1,85 @@ +## Comprehensive Pancake Recipe Guide + +Choose your preferred recipe based on the flavor and texture you desire, and enjoy making delicious homemade pancakes! + +### Summary Guide: + +1. **Classic Buttermilk Pancakes:** + - **Flavor:** Tangy and rich. + - **Texture:** Light and fluffy. + +2. **IHOP Pancakes:** + - **Flavor:** Slightly sweeter and more aromatic. + - **Texture:** Extra light and fluffy due to the combination of all-purpose and cake flour. + +3. **Blueberry/Banana Pancakes:** + - **Flavor:** Sweet and fruity with bursts of blueberry or banana. + - **Texture:** Light and fluffy with added moisture from the fruit. + +#### 1. **Classic Buttermilk Pancakes** + +**Ingredients:** +- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour +- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar +- 2 teaspoons (10g) baking powder +- 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda +- 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt +- 2 cups (480ml) buttermilk +- 2 large eggs +- 1/4 cup (60ml) melted butter +- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract + +**Instructions:** +1. **Preheat Griddle:** Heat a griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat. +2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:** In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. +3. **Combine Wet Ingredients:** In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. +4. **Mix Batter:** Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined (some lumps are okay). +5. **Cook Pancakes:** Lightly grease the griddle with butter. Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the griddle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown. +6. **Serve:** Serve immediately with butter, syrup, or your favorite toppings. + +--- + +#### 2. **IHOP Pancakes** + +**Ingredients:** +- 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour +- 1/4 cup (30g) cake flour +- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar +- 1 teaspoon (5g) baking powder +- 1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda +- 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt +- 1 1/4 cups (300ml) buttermilk +- 1 large egg +- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil +- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract + +**Instructions:** +1. **Preheat Griddle:** Heat a griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat. +2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:** In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cake flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. +3. **Combine Wet Ingredients:** In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. +4. **Mix Batter:** Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined (some lumps are okay). +5. **Cook Pancakes:** Lightly grease the griddle with butter. Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the griddle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown. +6. **Serve:** Serve immediately with butter, syrup, or your favorite toppings. + +--- + +#### 3. **Blueberry/Banana Pancakes** + +**Ingredients:** +- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour +- 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar +- 2 teaspoons (10g) baking powder +- 1/2 teaspoon (3g) salt +- 1 large egg +- 1 cup (240ml) milk +- 2 tablespoons (30g) melted butter +- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract +- 1 cup (150g) fresh or frozen blueberries OR 2 ripe bananas, mashed + +**Instructions:** +1. **Preheat Griddle:** Heat a griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat. +2. **Mix Dry Ingredients:** In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. +3. **Combine Wet Ingredients:** In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. (For banana pancakes, stir in mashed bananas.) +4. **Mix Batter:** Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined (some lumps are okay). (For blueberry pancakes, gently fold in blueberries.) +5. **Cook Pancakes:** Lightly grease the griddle with butter. Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the griddle. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown. +6. **Serve:** Serve immediately with butter, syrup, or additional fruit toppings. \ No newline at end of file