Ginger Pear Wheat Pancakes
Add ¼ cup of chopped walnuts to the chopped pears to give these a little texture and kick.
Vegetarian, Lactose-free, High-fiber
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 3
- 1½ cups whole-wheat flour
- 2 tablespoons applesauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 chopped pears
Combine the whole-wheat flour, applesauce, brown sugar, water, and baking powder in a medium bowl.
Add the ginger and ground cinnamon.
Fold in the chopped pears.
Pour the batter onto a hot griddle or skillet, ¼ cup for each pancake, and cook until golden.
PER SERVING Calories: 267 | Fat: 1 g | Protein: 9 g | Sodium: 11 mg | Carbohydrates: 60 g | Fiber: 6.4 g
What's the Deal with Ginger?
Ginger is a fibrous root that adds a warm, spicy flavor to dishes. It's also often used as a remedy for a cold or an upset stomach. (If you were ever given ginger ale for an upset stomach as a kid, that's why.) You'll find ginger in many different forms:fresh, ground, caramelized, or even pickled. Look out for more recipes in this book, such as Thai Chicken Sauté that call for this wonderful ingredient.
