The sweetest message I have ever read. ‘I BELIEVE IN LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT…Because I’VE BEEN LOVING MY MOTHER SINCE THE TIME I OPENED MY EYES…’
I don’t really follow ‘day-s’. Birthdays are an exception of course. But I would still call myself a person who can go lengths to make someone smile. Just that it would never be restricted to time or occasion. I am certain all of us are like that.
Until a few years ago, I couldn’t relate to all the hype about Mother’s day. Though I have probably participated every year since I was a little girl by bringing little gifts for my Mommy or cooking something special for her, I have to admit that I did it without much thought or understanding of the significance of Mother’s day. I would only think about what gifts she would like or what would make her happy. After my twins came, I looked at motherhood with a whole new perspective. Mothers don’t really expect anything..rather nothing!
Having said that, being a Mom is the most rewarding role in itself, however thankless or sacrificing it is. Ask any Mommy out there! And making a surprise brunch or a meal can be a small gesture in acknowledging all that she does selflessly day after day. Daddy-s too, I think can lead by example and involve younger kids in putting something together to show how much she is appreciated. You always have the option of taking her out for lunch but isn’t it worth spending a little time and doing it at home?
Keeping that in mind, I am posting a recipe that is quick and easy but looks great. Pikelets are nothing but baby pancakes. I often make the batter a day in advance and shallow fry the pikelets when needed. Canned creamed corn is readily available in Australian supermarkets but if you do not have access to it, its easy to make your own and store. Vegetarians can substitute smoked salmon for grilled shaved pumpkin or sweet potato. It looks fantastic and tastes just as good. You can use a grilling pan (or a normal frying pan) sprayed with a little olive oil and cook for 2-3 mins on each side.
In my house, though the kids are too young to understand celebrations, I have received notes every year on their behalf leaving me teary eyed (of course, Daddy at work).Last year, the boy’s daycare got their hand and feet impressions in different colours on a card with a sweet message. When I went to pick them up, they came running to me with the cards in their hands shouting ‘Appy appy day’. It was touching!
A Mother’s love is UNCONDITIONAL. You realise that far more when she is not around. Can you tell me in the current world how many things are unconditional?
To all the Mommy’s out there, you are amazing…you are beautiful…what you have accomplished, NOONE else can. Your kids love you and so do I. Happy Mother’s day!
Corn and Chive Pikelets with Smoked Salmon and Sour Cream (pikelets adapted with variation from Taste.com)
serves 4-5
1 cup self-raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
A pinch of salt
3/4 cup milk
1 egg lightly beaten
1 cup creamed corn (store-bought or home made- recipe below)
2 tbsp freshly chopped chives
1/2 cup grated cheese (I use cheddar)
Olive oil for frying
8-10 thinly sliced Smoked Salmon
Sour cream
Fresh Dill for garnish
Extra Virgin Olive oil and cracked pepper (optional)
Sift flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Make a well in the centre.
Whisk milk, egg, corn together in another bowl. Add to the flour mixture and stir to combine. Stir in chives and cheese.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Using 2 tablespoons of batter at a time, cook pikelets in batches till bubbles appear on the surface (2-3 minutes). Turn over the other side and cook till golden and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining batter to make 20 pikelets.
To serve, place 3-4 pikelets on a plate. Top with 2 slices of smoked salmon. Add a dollop of sour cream and garnish with dill leaves. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkling of cracked pepper.
Creamed Corn
2 cups frozen whole corn kernels
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup heavy or whipping cream
1 tsp sugar
salt and pepper to taste
Place butter in a large skillet over medium heat to melt. Add the frozen corn and stir, cooking over medium heat until the corn is mostly thawed. Add in the heavy cream, sugar, salt and pepper. Continue cooking, stirring constantly to prevent cream from scorching (10-15 mins) until corn is cooked through and sauce is thick.
Happy Mothers Day Sonali!!
These pikelets look perfect for brunch! Simple enough for daddies and kids to make… Though I won’t let mine into my kitchen 🙂
Have a great weekend and enjoy your day!
Nazneen
I know what you mean Nazneen..ha ha..the cleaning up is quite a task! Happy Mother’s day to you too and I hope you had a great one:-)
I never really understood the meaning of Mother’s day too. And its only for the past few years I have grasp the true depths.
Anywhere, I have been caring for my mum for many years in my own ways which I don’t think I should announce to the whole world. But than again, being a day allocated for mothers, lunch is on the way.
I am intrigued over your recipe. You know me, always making Asian dishes. I should be able to round up the ingredients and for sure, my other half will adore such lovely treats.
Thank you Nava! I love your Asian recipes:-)
I don’t think I’ve mentioned to you how much I love the new look over here! Very classy…like you!
Love everything about this dish!
Thank you so much Gloria! You made my day:-)
Happy Mother’s Day Sonali. Yes Mother’s love is unconditional.
Great recipe for mother’s day! Love this corn and chive pikelets.
Happy Mother’s day Dhanish and thank you so much!
Happy Mother’s day Sonali.. Very rightly said, a Mother’s love is always unconditional. My son is making some plans to surprise me on Mother’s day.. Of course, I know them.. lols.. And we are going to my MIL’s to celebrate the occasion but yes, I am missing my Mom too.. Wish I could be with her and show my love and pamper her.. SIGH! Cute pikelets dear 🙂
I missed my Mom too very very much. I was scheduled to do a post yesterday…just couldn’t bring myself to do it. Started crying even before I began to key in the words. Can’t wait to hear all about your day:-)
Well I guess American politicians are not to be trstued, all the way back to the native Americans!I think it is wonderful that there is an organizaton such as The Feminist Majority seeking to help these unfortunate women and girls.How much can be accomplished remains to be seen. The average citizen of the USA is more interested in the newest electronic gadget then in the plight of these women and girls.So the word has to get out. It has to be published in magazines and newspapers. The press wastes time on obsessing over Michael Jackson, etc. Much can be done online. We all must email our friends, write letters to the editor. Let many people know.
This is such a sweet and thoughtful post! Moms are the greatest and should have far more than one day dedicated to them each year. Until I read your post, I had never heard of a pikelet and I’m COMPLETELY in a trance over them. Everything about these looks amazing. Pinning now!
Thank You Julia. Yes Mom’s are like pure Gold. You are my pancake inspiration girl:-)
Happy Mother’s day top you! And this is a great meal to enjoy on such a day. I just may use that for Sunday!
Thank you Evelyne! You are very sweet:-)
Hey Sonali, that was one lovely message you started your post with. Love it.
I also totally agree with the line “Mom is the most rewarding role in itself”, the selfless endearing love!!
And Appy Appy Mother’s day to you too!! 🙂
Lovely recipe, colorful, fresh and a drool worthy presentation as always!!
It is very sweet of you to include vegetarians too by providing an alternate way of cooking! Awesome.
You always have such wonderful things to say Pavithra. Thank you so much!
Thus k+look beautiful and delicious, Im still hope to make something to my Mom (I was sick) If I cook today I can post tomorrow!
I hope you are feeling better Gloria and can’t wait to ready your post. Thank you!
Aww, you celebrate your Mother’s Day beautifully my friend, this looks delicious 😀
Cheers
CCU
Thank you for your kind words, my friend. Loved your Mother’s day post!
Happy Mother’s Day Sonali. Thank you for stoping by my blog so I can find yours. The pikelets look delicious. Love all your photos.
Thank you Lail. Its my pleasure to meet you:-)
Happy Mother’s Day Sonali!The pikelets look delish!I love smoked Salmon and would happily finish off a few of these 🙂
Happy mother’s day!! Once again you made me go Awwww, Sonali!!
Hey as usual this looks mouth watering!!
Can i replace salmons with something veggie, some suggestion?! will Paneer do?
Belated happy mother day! Lovely post and photos are just very tempting!
Oh my, these savoury pancakes look really delicious. Stumbled across your blog via another and I am very glad that I landed here.
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