Nigerian Pancake is quite different from the regular pancake.
It is actually the French version of pancake (crepes) personalized to suit our Nigerian taste buds.
The ingredients consist mainly of sugar, pepper and onion, which gives the pancake a sweet, slightly spicy and savory taste, that will keep you asking for more.
Apart from the aforementioned ingredients, other spices and ingredients can also be added; it all depends on your preference
During my varsity years ,there was a ‘‘kitchen debate” among my flat mates on whether or not, onions and peppers were required in Pancakes ;the first group would only use peppers in theirs’, while the other group won’t have pancakes without onions.
At the end it was finally concluded that these two ingredients (when added to taste) are what really gives the Nigerian Pancake it’s distinct and unique taste.
I always use onions and peppers in my Nigerian style pancakes and they always come out irresistible; you should try it out. Here’s an easy recipe, you’ll surely love. Enjoy!
WATCH HOW TO MAKE NIGERIAN PANCAKE HERE!
Ingredients
– 190 gr Plain Flour
– 2 raw Eggs
– 200ml whole milk OR evaporated milk OR 3tablesponful powdered milk in water
– 2 tablespoonful Butter/margarine (melted) or vegetable oil
– 4 tablespoonful Sugar(more or less)
– Chilli pepper or Scotch bonnet(atarodo) (to taste)
– 1 tablespoonful Onions (minced)(to taste)
– 1/4 teaspoon Salt
– A pinch of Nutmeg(optional)
– 1-2 tablespoonful vegetable oil (for greasing the pan)
* If you’re using evaporated milk, you can dilute with water or use it as it is(very rich)
*If using powdered milk, dissolve in 180 to 200ml water. Depending on how thick or thin you want your pancake to turn out.
*To mince the onion, you can pound it OR grate whole onions with the small sides of the grater or blend until smooth in a dry mill/blender
* Baking powder is not necessary in Nigerian pancake but if you want to add it for more fluff, then go ahead and add 1 teapoonful of baking powder.
Preparation
* Break the eggs into a wide bowl, add the melted butter and sugar; Cream(mix) together using a whisk or wooden spatula.
* Add the minced onions, pepper, salt, nutmeg and the milk. Whisk Thoroughly.
* Gradually add the flour and keep on whisking. The mixture would begin to thicken and look lumpy.
* Add more milk or water if the pancake batter is too thick and continue stirring until the pancake batter is smooth with a runny consistency.
tip: you can use a blender to get a smoother consistency or simply leave it in the bowl for 10 minutes for the flour to soak up the liquid and soften up
Tip: The lighter you make the batter, the thinner the pancakes will turn out.
* Place a little oil on a pan (preferable a non-stick pan), spread the oil with a brush to grease the whole surface and heat up until hot.
* Using a ladle(soup spoon), scoop up some of the pancake batter and pour into the hot pan.
Gently tilt the pan, so that the batter can evenly coat the surface of the pan.
* Cook one side of the pancake for a few seconds, then flip over and cook the other side.
Tip : if you are in a hurry , use an electric whisk or pour all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
Repeat this process for the remaining pancake batter. Serve and Enjoy!
Nigerian Pancake is usually served as a snack with a chilled drink or as a breakfast meal with a cool/hot beverage.
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Nigerian Pancake Recipe: How to Make Nigerian Pancake
Nigerian Pancake is simply delicious; with a sweet, savoury and slightly spicy taste you can’t resist
Ingredients
- 190 gr Plain Flour
- 2 raw Eggs
- 200ml whole milk OR evaporated milk OR 3tablesponful powdered milk in water
- 2 tablespoonful Butter/margarine (melted) or vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoonful Sugar(more or less)
- Chilli pepper or Scotch bonnet(atarodo) (to taste)
- 1 tablespoonful Onions (minced)(to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- A pinch of Nutmeg(optional)
- 1-2 tablespoonful vegetable oil (for greasing the pan)
Instructions
1. Break the eggs into a wide bowl, add the melted butter and sugar; Cream(mix) together using a whisk or wooden spatula.
2. Add the minced onions, pepper, salt, nutmeg and the milk. Whisk Thoroughly.
3. Gradually add the flour and keep on whisking. The mixture would begin to thicken and look lumpy.
4. Then,gradually add the water and continue stirring until the pancake batter is smooth with a runny consistency.
Tip: The lighter you make the batter, the thinner the pancakes will turn out.
5. Place a little oil on a pan (preferable a non-stick pan), spread the oil with a brush to grease the whole surface and heat up until hot.
6. Using a ladle(soup spoon), scoop up some of the pancake batter and pour into the hot pan.
Gently tilt the pan, so that the batter can evenly coat the surface of the pan.
7. Cook one side of the Pancake for 30 seconds, then flip over and cook the other side.Tip : if you are in a hurry , use an electric whisk or pour all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
Repeat this process for the remaining pancake batter. Serve and Enjoy!
Notes
* If you’re using evaporated milk, use as it is or dilute with a little water
* If using powdered milk, dissolve in 180 to 200ml water. Depending on how thick or thin you want your pancake to turn out.
*To mince the onion, you can pound it OR grate whole onions with the small sides of the grater or blend until smooth in a dry mill/blender.
* Baking powder is not necessary in Nigerian pancake but if you want to add it for more fluff, then go ahead and add 1 teapoonful of baking powder.
Feel free to add more ingredients and spices to your preference.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 416Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 642mgCarbohydrates: 40gFiber: 2gSugar: 19gProtein: 21g
Thanks for this…..this is the exact ingredients I used but the method of mixing is different. I will try this . Thanks a lot
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That’s good to know Celin, you’re welcome
This is way easier to understand
Thanks a lot
You just saved me from my little sisters wahala
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You are welcome Sophia, I’m glad to be of help
I love this????????
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Thanks Vivian
Splendid! I love this. With these instructions, one can easily get a perfect pancake.
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Yes you sure can Chioma
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Thanks Chioma
This really help thanks
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You are welcome Abigeal
How much will all this cost
thanks so much for the recipe on pancakes it was easy and delicious.
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You’re welcome Monica
This is amazing
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Thank you
lovely and splendid :*
kudos to you <3 :*
i award u best cooker ever 🙂
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Thank you
Thanks for helping me know the recipes for pancakes.
Thanks for de pan cake video
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you’re welcome
I tried it and it was great
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thanks for your lovely feeback Happiness
Thanks for making it easy to learn your recipes.
I just tried this for today’s fasting and Wow!! 😘😘 I ate it with egg sauce and kunun tsamiya (Tamarind-Millet Gruel). Best meal I had this Ramadan.
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Thank you so much for your feedback Nasir,
I am so glad you enjoyed it , that was a delicious combo
I tried your recipe, it came out wonderful , thank you for this
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Thanks for your feedback KK
It’s my pleasure
Thanks so much for the tips am definitely trying it today and give my feedback later in the evening..
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Thanks Omoyele, expecting your feedback
Can make the barter and put in the freezer
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Definitely, you can.
Can make the barter and put in the freezer
Awesome.
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thank you Nelly
Thank you so much for this recipe, have been making pancakes and my barter has been so thick, a little more water and milk did the trick
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I am so glad to be of help
I’m also glad you nailed it this time
and thanks for returning back with your feedback.
Will definitely give it a try
Hi Nky, I have been making pancakes but this really got me and I tried it out. It was so yummy and rich. Guess what, I made a filling of chopped carrot, onions, habanero pepper and tomatoes with seasoning cube to go with it. And to to up it up I prepared a cup of hot pap with it. Thanks for sharing.
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Thanks for you feedback Taiwo.
I love how you made the recipe yours, by adding that
yummy filling to it. You even made my mouth water just imagining the setting.
I’m glad you enjoyed it and next time, send me some photos o 😋👍
Hi,
Thanks for your detailed process,it helped me.
I did it and results came out rich, creamy and taste great (I added nutmeg for flavour).
Best regards
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Thank you so much for your feedback Ifejesu.
I am glad you enjoyed the pancake recipe,
and nutmeg gives it a more irresistible flavor
I also add nutmeg and sometimes vanilla extract to mine
‘Cos my children love that extra flavor.
And pls feel free to send me a photo, the next time you try any of our recipes😘
Will mixing all d ingredients at once in a blender come out dsame way or as good as when u mix it manually?
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yes it will Omo.
Done! Great evening snack. I Was bored so I decided to try this. You were so helpful. I followed your instructions and it came out nice. Thank you.
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You`re welcome
Thanks so much for this recipe, I had always made pancakes with plenty milk and egg but no water and always wondered why if it was because I didn't add baking powder. I am so enlightened. Thanks
Please can I make the pancake without milk? I am lactose intolerant
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Yes you can skip the milk and use water instead. You can even add bananas
Please can I make the pancake without milk…I am lactose intolerant
Oh madam, I just found a new love next to my hubby…your blog. Your head dey there! Best pancake I've ever made & tasted
Aww Lade, you are so sweet, and thanks for your lovely comment.
Wow i followed this completely, guess what it was rated best ever made pancake tonight
Thanks for your lovely feedback hun,I'm glad you all enjoyed the pancake recipe and good to have you here 🙂
I think you should have an app. I'll get it asap
I have one free app on Amazon here it is https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01A59MBQ6?keywords=nigerian%20food%20tv&qid=1452339553&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
The eggs,sugar & butter how many hours will I use in creaming it please?
For what recipe Akanimoh?
Yes you can, Obireh :), but the consistency of the batter and the final product will be oilier.Why not try 50 percent milk and 50 percent cream? you'll love it
Thanks alot, I actually made pancakes on Wednesday being the 5th of February. You need to see how the Russian guys in my hostel rushed the pancakes,meanwhile i was actually making the pancakes for myself and my Nigerian friends. Russians don't eat pepper but in this case they had no option and they really commended me. By the time they were through with eating, the pancakes were just remaining little, we had to manage naaaaa. But NKY do you know what? That was my 1st time of making pancakes and it came out well that everybody that ate really commended me. I actually used 12 spoonful of flour, little salt, water, Grounded dry pepper, Spring onions, onions,garlic and ginger, sugar, 3.2% of 200ml liquid milk (Russians are very conscious of fats, so their milk, mayonnaise and so many food items and ingredients have their fat percent, so you choose what you like). I will try the 50% milk and 50% cream out maybe by next week and give you the feedback. Thank God Moscow is a home of milk and cream. Besides the weekend food in Russia is actually pancakes. A weekend without pancakes in a Russian house is incomplete. I really fell in love with it. See you on more of cooking. Thanks alot for your couching.
Waoow
You did a great job dearieGlad to be of help 🙂
Can I make pancake with cream instead of milk
Aunty nky, u have turned me into a great cook a better mum and a perfect wife! Thank u so much may God continue to increase u!
Thanks for your lovely comment and feedback Irene, I'm glad to be of help 🙂
Thanks a lot. This really really helped. Turned out great. I was really hungry and tonight and it made my night. God bless u.
Thanks for your lovely feedback dearie 🙂
I am so loving dis, pls how do I subscribe to ur site cos u are truly doing a great job in here.
thanks dear.There is a subscribe button at the top right corner of the website 🙂
i think my mum made it with sweetcorn many years ago…Is that a Nono? I want to try making pancakes myself. Am a 31 yr old single guy
I have never tried with sweet corn, but if your mum made it that way and you enjoyed it, then it is not a nono 🙂
CAN I USE KETCHUP OR JAM TO EAT THE PANCAKE?
Of course you can 🙂
I have glued to this your site for days now and am so loving the recipes i ve seen thanks and may God bless you richly am going to try them out one after another #chioma#
Good to have you here Chioma, do keep me updated on any recipe you try out .
Babe am so happy tonight ,I don’t really know that one can actually mix those ingredients with blender ,thanks a lot darling I love you
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My pleasure
Tnx so much . Dilicious .
You're welcome 🙂
Can I use normal ground per per?
Yes you can dearie 🙂
Tried dis pancake yesterday and it came out lovely and tasty. Thanks a lot, just had a taste of childhood all over . God bless u for this blog.
thanks for your lovely feedback dearie and God bless u too 🙂
this is the best pancake i v ever had//it so nigerian and spicy..thanks for sharing your recipe
You are welcome and Thanks for your lovely feedback 🙂
Thanks going to try it.lillynaya
ok 🙂
lovely am going to try it now. will send u a pix afterwards. my friend in Uni used to stir fry sardines without the oil, pepper and onions as a filling for pancakes. keep up d lovely work pls. thank u
You are so welcome dearie, I'll be expecting your pics and your friend sardines filling sounds yummy too 🙂
I just tried it out for the first time and guess what? I nailed it. I asked my wife to make it for me and she as been posting me for weeks. My mum use to make it for me way back and I started missing it. Thanks Nky for taking ur time to make my dream pancake a reality
Hi Tommy, I'm so glad to be of help and also glad that you enjoyed it. I love it when a man enters the kitchen :).
just came across ur site now, but bet me am going to really make use of the recipes. you are good
Thanks 🙂
Plenty of hugs! Plenty of hugs!! God bless you.
Thanks sweets 🙂
Thanks you have really helped me with this site. I will try the puff puff and pancake and give you feed back. Cheers.
You are so welcome Emmy, I'll be expecting your feedback dearie 🙂
God bless you madam.I love your site so much.
Thanks dearie 🙂
Thamks so mch for this,Nigerian pancake wl try it. God bless u.av actually tried mkn pancake bfor but its strng but wl try using ds recipe
Ok dear, I'll be expecting your feedback 🙂
Thank u for sharing,i will try it for my kids.
Hi Doropretty, they'll enjoy it, my daughter loves it . Let me know how it turns out 🙂
thanks Lily, av alway wanted to make dis bt could not nd my hubby loves eating it.now i can make it aftr dis video
You''re welcome hun, so glad to be of help 🙂
Made the pancake for breakfast and it came out really nice. Thank you for these recipes . Also Made gizzdodo and it was whao.
Congrats Oyin, I'm glad you loved the recipe,pls send me the pics so I can flaunt your meal on the Fan's wall of famE 🙂
I just made my pancake, and it came out well, thanks for the recipe.
You're welcome, glad to be of help dearie 🙂
Good day Nky, thank u so much for always sharing.Please can I have ur personal mail, so I can always communicate when having issues on some meals. Here is mine [email protected] I will be expecting a feedback via my email I just sentRegards,Stella-Maris
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Thanks Plenty for this recipe, I just made my pancake and it taste so great.
You're welcome dear 🙂
Pls can I get simple way of making cheese at home so I can use it with dis raisin syrup on d pancake.d raisin syrup and d cheese made ur pancake differnt from other pancake.for d raisin syrup is it only on pancake dat it is been used on? Can we use it on bread or on anytin like what? thank u
Weldone madam.may d good lord continue to bless and empower u,u have really made me to have differnt thinking about diferent delicacy.pls how can I make my own Raisin syrup and cream chess at home.and is it only on pancake dat one can use it on.pls ma I want to make ice cream any flavour at home.pls I wil be very glad if I can get d receip to make at home.I don't have an ice cream at home.I wil appreciate it soonest pls
Hi dear for my homemade raisin syrup, you need only 2 cup hot water, 1 cup sugar and 1 cup raisins. Add the sugar to the water and Soak the raisins in the water for 2 hours. Then pour into a pan and boil, stirring continuously until the mixture begins to thicken like a light syrup. Don't boil for too long to prevent burning. As for the cream cheese, I'll be uploading the recipe soon, hope you have subscribed for updates , so that you'll be notified when I post it.For a simple banana ice cream recipe without an ice cream maker, cut bananas into small size and freeze. Then place the frozen bananas into a blender, add condensed milk and blend until smooth.You can use heavy cream in place of condensed milk.
PreTanks for dis. U r so sweet
Thanks 🙂
Thank you so much for this recipe. Please do you have the recipe for the homemade Rasin syrup? PS I am in Naija as per ingridents. Thanks
Hi dear for my homemade raisin syrup, you need only 2 cup hot water, 1 cup sugar and 1 cup raisins. Add the sugar to the water and Soak the raisins in the water for 2 hours. Then pour into a pan and boil, stirring continuously until the mixture begins to thicken like a light syrup. Don't boil for too long to prevent burning.
Thank you so much that's easy @ the raisin syrup and I will let you know how mine came out. Godbless
Ok dear 🙂
Wao! Wao! Just stumbled on your site because my daughter wanted recipe for efo riro for a cooking competition they are having in school! amazing recipes you have here. Well done for a good job done Nky! Cant wait to try a host of them. God Bless
Aww Uloma, comments like yours make all the effort worth it. Thank you dearie 🙂
This pancake recipe is da bomb,I'm eating it as I type, thanks a lot.
kk
You're welcome dear Keji , I'm glad you enjoyed it 🙂
I'm so happy I found this site n I have learnt so much.thanks lily.CLAIRE
You're welcome Claire 🙂
Sаved as a favorite, Ιlovе your site!
Thanks
I have never added pepper or onions to my pancake, but I tried it today, finger crossed, and it came out superb.. thanks for this recipe.
I'm glad you liked it, thanks for the feedback Durojaye 🙂
tanx so much 4 dis.I tried chinchin,but after the first fry,the oil bcame foamy/bubbles and controling it made d whole thing annoying.what did i do wrong,2much milk or magarine?thanks
Oh dear, sorry about your chin chin :). There are actually several reasons why the chin chin foams.After the first fry, the oil already contains excess moisture from the first batch of chin chin and would foam a lot in the next fry, to reduce the foaming effect,add less chin chin to the pan in the next batch. If it continues to foam in consequent batches(like the 5th batch), then try changing the oil…If you had used ''old/used oil'' to fry the chin chin, old oil also tends to foam a lot due to excess usage. Always use fresh oil from the start, so that you can get best results.Another added reason could be dusting the chin chin with a lot of flour before frying. The excess flour from the chin chin, usually settles below the pan and causes the oil to foam and change in color.Hope this helps dear.
Tanx sooooo much 4 dis!
You're welcome dear 🙂
Thanks for another nice and simple recipe! Can I add garlic?
You're welcome dear and yes you can add garlic 🙂
you have done it again.. no more oyinbo pancakes for me joo .. thanks for this .
LOL..You're welcome dear 🙂
Thanks for this easy recipe. I'll try it for breakfast tomorrow.
You're welcome dear 🙂
Oh Nky , you are a God sent to Nigerians in diaspora… I made this pancakes 30 minutes ago, and it's all gone…. the pepper and onions makes a lot of difference. We used to call it ''diet'' back then in secondary skool-God bless you and your home.
You're welcome dear 🙂
Thank you so much,I tried your recipe and it came out very good.
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Thank you so much for your feedback Ugochi