🍋 Hungarian Semolina Pancakes (Grízes Lepény Mazsolával)

Soft inside, lightly crisp outside, with sweet raisins and fresh lemon aroma — this simple Hungarian semolina treat is quick, budget-friendly, and perfect for a cozy afternoon dessert.

📝 Ingredients

300 g (30 dkg) semolina
2 eggs
3 tablespoons sugar
2 packets vanilla sugar
Zest of 1 lemon
300–350 ml milk (as much as it absorbs)
70 g (7 dkg) raisins
1 tablespoon vanilla powdered sugar (for topping)
Pinch of salt
Oil (for frying)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Batter

In a bowl, mix semolina, sugar, vanilla sugar, salt, and lemon zest.
Add the eggs and gradually pour in the milk while mixing.
Stir in the raisins.

The mixture should be thick but spoonable.
Let it rest for 15–20 minutes so the semolina can absorb the milk.

2️⃣ Fry

Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat.
Spoon portions of the mixture into the pan and gently flatten them.
Fry for about 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown.