Gordon Ramsay Prefers His Pancakes Extra Thin And Crispy And Showed His Followers How To Flip Them (2024)

They look more like crepes to me but what do I know!!!

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Although Gordon Ramsay is most well-known for his expertise in making more complex dishes like Beef Wellington, he has also perfected his version of simple foods like pancakes. Lucky for us, he shared a short video on his Instagram page for National Pancake Day that shows how he makes his hotcakes and more importantly, how he flips them flawlessly every time.

Instead of using a boxed pancake mix, Gordon mixes his own ratio of flour, milk, and eggs with a whisk before letting it sit for about 15 minutes to thicken. Then, using a hot nonstick pan and cooking spray, he'll spoon about a ladle full of the pancake batter mixture onto the center of the pan. Gordon prefers his pancakes thin and crispy, similar to what you may think of as a crepe, so he can roll it up to eat it or fill it with fruits and other toppings.

Some combinations he suggests are fresh berries like strawberries or raspberries, the zest of a lemon, and sugar or honey to sweeten it up. Lemon, he said in the video, is a good trick that keeps the pancakes fragrant and flavorful.

As for flipping the thin pancakes, once they are nearly cooked through on one side, he suggests tapping the bottom of the pan on the stovetop twice, then shaking to loosen the pancake from the nonstick surface. From there, you should be able to shake the thin pancake partially off the end farthest from you, and with a simple flick of the wrist forward and back, you will be able to flip the pancake to finish cooking the other side.

Of course, Gordon made it look like second nature in his Instagram post, but not all of us are world-renowned chefs. It'll probably take us normal folk a couple of tries before we get the pancake flip just right...so if you happen to see a bunch of pancake flip fails on my Instagram story mind your business!!

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Gordon Ramsay Prefers His Pancakes Extra Thin And Crispy And Showed His Followers How To Flip Them (2024)

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Gordon Ramsay Prefers His Pancakes Extra Thin And Crispy And Showed His Followers How To Flip Them? ›

“Tap your pan twice,” he advises, slamming the base of his frying pan onto the metal grids on his hob. Then, he shakes the pan to loosen the crepe ― if it's cooked enough to flip, it should lift from the base pretty easily.

How do you flip a thin pancake? ›

Quickly flick your wrist 180 degrees to one side so the pancake flips over. Using a quick flicking motion, turn your wrist over while holding the spatula. The longer you wait and the more you hesitate, the more likely the pancake will break.

Does Gordon Ramsay prefer pancakes or waffles? ›

Thin thin thin, all the way." Another hard question, this time from a user named coolLane, was "which do you prefer, waffles or pancakes?" To this one, Gordon Ramsay simply said, "Waffles on Saturday, pancakes on Sunday." A succinct and perfect answer that will probably inform our weekend meal choices for the rest of ...

How does Gordon Ramsay make pancake MiX? ›

Gordon Ramsay's recipe

You will need 2 eggs, separated, 2 tbsp sugar, ½ tsp salt, 2 tsp baking powder, 60g vegetable oil, 300g buttermilk, 160g plain flour, and 1 tsp vanilla essence. Whisk the egg whites “*ntil foamy”. MiX all the other ingredients in a second bowl, then fold in the egg whites.

How do you flip a pancake successfully? ›

In order to flip a pancake and avoid splatters, it all comes down to a simple finger technique. Using two fingers and your thumb, you'll flip the spatula without using the force of your whole wrist, which can cause the pancakes to splatter on the pan and get everywhere.

Is it better to eat eggs or pancakes for breakfast? ›

The Bottom Line. Unless it's a whole-grain, nut-flecked, bursting-with-berries kind of pancake, I'd usually stick with eggs because they're more inherently nutritious and higher in protein than pancakes made with white flour. The protein will help keep you full longer.

What is Gordon Ramsay's most favorite dish? ›

Ramsay previously said if he could choose his last meal on Earth, it would be beef Wellington. Ramsay is a huge fan of the British dish, and many regard his own recipe as his greatest of all.

Why do people flip waffle makers? ›

Their process of operation works as follows: When you pour the batter onto the waffle maker, it starts to spread and cook on the bottom plates. Then you have to flip the machine over allowing direct contact so that the batter pours onto the top plates. This ensures both sides of the waffle brown evenly and cook faster.

How much does 1 box of pancake mix make? ›

This is for a 32 ounce ( 2 pound box). Serving size = 1/2 cup of mix which makes three 4" pancakes. Servings per container = 18. Therefore, I read this to mean the box of mix will make approx 54 (4" inch pancakes).

What does egg do in pancake mix? ›

Add an Egg

Even if your pancake mix doesn't call for an egg, mix one into the batter. The egg will add richness to the recipe and make the end result taste like homemade pancakes. If your pancake mix already calls for an egg, try adding an extra one.

Does pancake mix taste better with milk or water? ›

Pancake lovers' biggest complaint when adding water instead of milk is that the flavor seems to change. Pancakes aren't as richly flavored with water. There are a few ways to improve your batter when you've used water, including: Add extra butter.

How do you keep pancakes crispy? ›

I've found that the oven is the easiest way to keep the centers soft and edges crispy. While the pancakes are cooking, preheat the oven to 250F. Line the cooked pancakes in an even layer onto a baking sheet. Avoiding stacking the pancakes, which causes them to steam and get soggy.

Why is my pancake not crispy? ›

Cooking oil: insufficient oil in the pan can hinder the pancake from achieving the desired crispiness. Cooking temperature: cooking the pancake over too low a heat can lead to a softer texture. Higher heat is essential to achieving crispiness.

What makes restaurant pancakes taste so good? ›

Restaurants tend to use real, farm-fresh eggs and real milk when making their pancakes, which as you might guess, adds to a richer, higher-quality eating experience.

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