Who doesn’t love pancakes for breakfast? But there are some savoury pancakes recipes, that you can enjoy for lunch and dinner as well!
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Delicious and mouth-watering recipes, savory pancakes are the perfect quick dish to make the next time you need to figure out what to cook for your family meal. Easy to put together and cook, these recipes range from Vegan to Vegetarian to Non-Vegetarian, and Gluten-Free to Dairy Free. There’s something for everyone!
1. Chinese Scallion Pancakes
These scallion pancakes are savory, chewy, crispy from the outside, and flaky on the inside. Serve as an appetizer, or for a delicious quick lunch!
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2. Adai recipe, South Indian lentils dosa ( pancakes )
South Indian dosa made with lentils and rice. It is a thick pancake with a soft centre and crispy edges. It is generously topped with shallots and moringa leaves.
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3. Besan Chilla-A Vegan And Gluten Free Breakfast Recipe
Besan Chilla or Cheela also known as vegan omelette is a very tasty, vegan and gluten-free breakfast recipe from India, made with chickpea flour and vegetables.
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4. Gluten Free Chitaps or Rice Crepes
East Indian chitaps are a light and fluffy rice crepe that goes well with anything. Abby modified the recipe to make it gluten free for her friends.
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5. Lentil Spinach Pancakes
These Lentil Pancakes are a great finger food for babies or kids. They are gluten, dairy, egg and nut-free so perfect for those with allergies.
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6. Fluffy Vegan Protein Pancakes (Gluten-Free)
Pancakes made of red lentils are as delicious as any other. They are fluffy and soft with extra nutrition.
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7. Vegan Spinach Pancakes
Vegan spinach pancakes are simple, tasty and gloriously green and made with just 3 ingredients. Fill with your favourite spread, veggies or salad for a nutritious meal.
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8. Buckwheat pancakes with sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan
These pancakes are made with buckwheat flour, aromatic herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. They are so delicious and packed with flavor!
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9. Arepa di Pampuna – Curacao Pumpkin Pancakes
These lightly spiced pumpkin pancakes are popular on the Dutch Caribbean island of Curacao. Enjoy a taste of the tropics with a sprinkling of icing sugar.
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10. Apple-Bacon Pancake With Buckwheat Flour
A delicious gluten-free no-flip oven pancake packed with golden apples, raisins, bacon and made with Buckwheat flour—perfect for sharing.
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11. Cheesy Savory Pancakes with Green Onions
These Cheesy Savory Pancakes are a must-try if you’re stuck in a breakfast rut and looking to try something new. Made with sauteed green onions and cheddar cheese mixed right into the batter, these have an incredible savory flavor!
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12. Crispy Gluten Free Cauliflower Pancakes
If you love savory, these tasty Gluten Free Cauliflower Cheddar Pancakes make a delicious breakfast or appetizer. They are made with riced cauliflower, you can serve with a fried egg on top!
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13. Cheesy Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe
This Cheesy Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe is the perfect cozy fall breakfast recipe. These pancakes are easy to make, light and fluffy, and filled with all the cheesy, pumpkin goodness! Top with a fried egg for an extra decadent meal!
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14. Savoury Pumpkin Pancakes
These delicious savoury pumpkin pancakes made with pumpkin purée, are the perfect breakfast, lunch or dinner for the whole family!
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15. Xian Bing | Chinese Stuffed Pancake – Vegetarian
Xian Bing or Chinese Stuffed Pancake is a dough based popular street food recipe. My vegetarian version of this recipe is made with vegetables and tofu.
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16. Cabbage Pancakes
These cabbage pancakes, or okonomiyaki, are savoury and crunchy. Topped with kewpie mayonnaise, okonomiyaki sauce, and crispy onions these make a delicious snack!
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17. Russian Style Mini Buckwheat Pancakes
Healthy, gluten-free and delicious Russian style buckwheat pancakes made from only 5 ingredients in 20 minutes! Garnish them with smoked salmon, crème fraiche, beluga lentils and dill for a truly Russian flavor.
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18. Vegan Savory Pancakes With Cheddar & Green Onion
Cheesy Vegan Savory Pancakes – The perfect way to start your morning! Loaded with cheddar cheese and green onions, these pancakes are flavor-packed and satisfying! Who can resist?
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19. Vegan Spinach Pancakes (Gluten Free)
These spinach pancakes are highly nutritious, wholesome completely gluten free and vegan friendly. They are made effortlessly by using a blender and ready in under 20 minutes.
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20. Savory Pancakes with Green Pea Flour | Gluten free * Vegan
These green pancakes made with pea flour are a great last-minute meal idea or the perfect way to start the day for all the savory breakfast lovers!
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21. Air Fryer Latkes With Simple Homemade Applesauce
Air fryer latkes are a flavor-packed potato pancake! They use shredded potatoes and onions, cook until they’re golden brown, and taste just like hash browns with more flavor!
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How many of these savory pancake recipes did you try? Leave a comment and let us know.
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Thank you so much for including my green pea flour pancakes in this awesome roundup!