Potato Blini with Sour Cream and Caviar
Makes 6 appetizer servings
2 large eggs, separated
1 large potato, finely grated
9 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons whipping cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Vegetable oil
Sour cream
Caviar
Beat egg whites at medium speed with an electric mixer until stiff peaks
form.
Whisk egg yolks until thickened. Stir in potato and next 4 ingredients. Fold
in egg whites.
Pour oil to depth of 1/2 inch in a large heavy skillet; heat to 350°. Drop
potato mixture by teaspoonfuls into hot oil; fry, in batches, 1 to 2 minutes
on each side or until golden. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately with
sour cream and caviar.