Ham and Onion Pancakes from Amsterdam

Transport your taste buds to the charming streets of Amsterdam with these savory Ham and Onion Pancakes, a delightful Dutch-inspired twist on classic crepes. These golden, tender pancakes are filled with caramelized onions and perfectly browned slices of ham, creating a harmonious blend of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors. The batter, made from simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and milk, comes together quickly, while the caramelized onions add depth and richness to each bite. Perfect as a hearty breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner, these thin pancakes are finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Easy to make in under 35 minutes, this recipe is a wonderful way to try an authentic Amsterdam-style pancake right in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 4 slices Thinly sliced ham
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, egg, salt, and sugar until the batter is smooth and free of lumps. Set aside to rest for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the onion into rings. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the sliced onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, lightly cook the ham slices for 1-2 minutes on each side until slightly browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large non-stick skillet or pancake griddle over medium heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, pour about 1/4 of the pancake batter into the skillet, swirling the pan to spread the batter evenly into a thin layer.

Step 5

Quickly arrange 1 slice of ham and a portion of the caramelized onions on top of the pancake while the batter is still wet. Sprinkle with a pinch of black pepper.

Step 6

Cook the pancake for 2-3 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown, then flip carefully with a spatula. Cook the other side for an additional 2 minutes until set and slightly browned.

Step 7

Transfer the pancake to a plate and repeat with the remaining batter, ham, and onions, adding more butter to the skillet as necessary.

Step 8

Garnish the pancakes with chopped fresh parsley if desired and serve warm. Enjoy your savory Amsterdam-style Ham and Onion Pancakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(690.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1229.9

Total Fat 60.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 367.5mg	0%
Sodium 2855.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 50.6g	0%

Vitamin D 161.1IU	0%
Calcium 389.1mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1079.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.6%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 38.8%