Quick Lazy Belyashi with Kefir and Minced Meat
Simple, juicy, and quick to make. Perfect for any occasion! Quick Lazy Belyashi with Kefir and Minced Meat – a great alternative to traditional belyashi. No need to roll out the dough, shape patties, or fry for long. Essentially, they are savory pancakes with meat filling—delicious, visually appealing, and incredibly fast to make!
Updated : 12 May, 2025
More than 1 hour.
Ingredients
Batter
325 milliliters
Kefir
180 grams
Wheat flour
0.5 teaspoon
Baking soda
0.5 teaspoon
Salt
Filling
350 grams
Beef mince
1 units
Onions
to taste
Ground black pepper
to taste
Salt
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
First, prepare all the necessary ingredients for the dough. The kefir should be at room temperature, so take it out of the fridge in advance. Cold kefir does not dissolve salt well. The vegetable oil for frying should be refined and odorless.
Step 2
Sift the flour into a bowl. Add salt and baking soda, then mix. Sifting the flour is important as it aerates it, making the dough light and fluffy when cooked.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the room-temperature kefir while mixing thoroughly. Depending on the flour quality and the kefir’s moisture content, you may need more or less of these ingredients. Adjust based on the consistency of the batter.
Step 4
The batter should be thick but still flowable. If it is too runny, add a bit more flour. If too thick, dilute it with kefir.
Step 5
Now, prepare the filling. Peel and grate the onion using a coarse grater.
Step 6
Add the grated onion, salt, and pepper to the ground beef. Mix well until the filling is uniform. You can use store-bought minced meat or grind fresh meat in a meat grinder or blender. Besides beef, you can also use lamb, pork, chicken, turkey, or a mix of meats.
Step 7
Divide the minced meat into 10 equal parts and roll each into a ball. Flatten each ball slightly to form a patty that will sit well in the pan.
Step 8
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over low heat. Place three meat patties in the pan, keeping some space between them. Fry until lightly golden, then flip to the other side.
Step 9
Carefully pour a small amount of batter over each meat patty, ensuring it fully covers the meat and spreads slightly around the edges. Cover with a lid and fry until the bottom is golden brown.
Step 10
Flip the belyashi so that the dough side is now facing down. Cover and fry for another 2–3 minutes. Transfer the finished belyashi to a plate. Repeat with the remaining portions. After each batch, it's best to wipe the pan dry and use fresh oil to prevent burning. Cooking time may vary depending on your stove and personal preferences.
Step 11
Garnish the lazy belyashi with fresh herbs and serve hot. Enjoy your meal!