The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 300 — Frying Batter, Third Method
Complete English translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 300 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original quantities, preparation and source.
Mix one glass of flour with five egg yolks, salt and six spoonfuls of cream, milk or sour cream. Fold in five whipped egg whites.
Original source: Read the Russian recipe No. 300. The quantities and historical terminology of the 1901 book are retained. See the measurements guide; period preparation and storage methods are not modern food-safety instructions.