Ploye
This occupies a place of choice in our community. The Ploye looks like a pancake but is prepared with buckwheat flour. It is used in place of bread. If you come from Northern New Brunswick and you are a BRAYON, it is a common thing to eat and is delicious. I posted it here so I wouldn't lose it. After they are cooked, we spread butter on, roll them up and eat them that way. Some people like to finish a meal with one of these ploye drizzled with molasses as a dessert.
This occupies a place of choice in our community. The Ploye looks like a pancake but is prepared with buckwheat flour. It is used in place of bread. If you come from Northern New Brunswick and you are a BRAYON, it is a common thing to eat and is delicious. I posted it here so I wouldn't lose it. After they are cooked, we spread butter on, roll them up and eat them that way. Some people like to finish a meal with one of these ploye drizzled with molasses as a dessert.
- Carbohydrate 9.13565533214286 g
- Cholesterol 0.489999999005868 mg
- Fat 0.217668666447958 g
- Fiber 0.30328333867391 g
- Protein 1.56279999917736 g
- Saturated Fat 0.0845226665304706 g
- Serving Size 1 1 ploye (53g)
- Sodium 14.2137255280707 mg
- Sugar 8.83237199346895 g
- Trans Fat 0.0419171666554826 g
- Calories 46 calories
Step-by-step
- Mix dry ingredients.
- Add 2 cups cold water to the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Let stand 5 minutes.
- Add 1 cup boiling water and mix vigorously.
- If batter looks too thick, add a little bit of cold water.
- Pour batter as you would a pancake in cast iron skillet (the best) or I have used a breakfast plate to cook mine (you can make more than one at a time) and they came out very good.
- Let the ploye cook, you will see little holes come up everywhere, the more holes, the better your ploye is.
- When you see that the mixture is not liquid anymore, your ploye is ready.
- Only cook on one side, a ploye is NOT to be turned to cook.
- To really have good Ployes you have to mix your batter between each ploye.
The Simple Joy of Ploye: A Taste of Home
For years, the aroma of freshly cooked ploye has been a comforting beacon in my life. It's more than just a food; it's a taste of home, a memory wrapped in a warm, subtly sweet buckwheat crepe. The simple act of making ploye transports me back to my childhood, to bustling kitchens filled with laughter and the satisfying sizzle of batter hitting a hot pan. The recipe, passed down through generations, is more than just a list of ingredients; it's a story, a connection to my heritage, and a reminder of the simple pleasures that make life so rich.
Ploye holds a special place in the hearts (and stomachs) of those from Northern New Brunswick. It's more than just a pancake; it's a versatile food that serves as both bread and dessert. Imagine a thin, delicate crepe, its surface dotted with tiny holes – a testament to perfectly cooked buckwheat flour. The slight tang of the buckwheat is balanced by the sweetness of butter, and the simple act of rolling it up and enjoying its warm, comforting embrace is a ritual in itself. For some, it's the perfect ending to a meal, drizzled with a touch of molasses, a sweet and satisfying finale to a hearty home-cooked meal. It’s the kind of food that makes you feel nourished, not just physically, but emotionally.
The beauty of ploye lies in its simplicity. The ingredients are basic, readily available, and the process is surprisingly straightforward. Yet within this simplicity is a depth of flavor that's hard to match. It's a testament to the power of humble ingredients, elevated by time-honored techniques. Every time I make them, I'm reminded of the importance of slowing down, savoring the process, and appreciating the simple pleasures that life offers. It's a dish that connects me to my family and my roots, a taste of heritage that I'm delighted to share. It is a dish that speaks volumes about the love and care poured into its creation, a small act of culinary love that binds us together.
Beyond its personal significance, ploye offers a unique culinary experience. The distinct flavor of buckwheat, a grain often overlooked, shines through in every bite. Its slightly nutty, earthy taste offers a delightful contrast to the richness of butter and the sweetness of molasses. It is the perfect food for sharing, for bringing people together around a table laden with warmth and delicious food. It's a food that sparks conversation, fosters connection, and creates memories that will last a lifetime.
More than just a recipe, ploye represents a legacy, a tradition that continues to thrive, generation after generation. It's a reminder that some of the greatest joys in life are found in the simplest of things: a warm kitchen, a shared meal, and the taste of home. And that’s what makes ploye so special, so uniquely its own.
