STICKY STRAWBERRY PROTEIN PANCAKES WITH LUKE HINES
Serves 1
1 very ripe banana (about 120g)
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3 eggs, whisked
20g scoop vanilla plant-based protein powder
2 teaspoons maple syrup
70g (1/2 cup) quartered strawberries
1 tablespoon tapioca flour
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Place your banana in a large bowl and mash with the back of a fork or a whisk. Whisk in the eggs to incorporate, then add the protein powder and tapioca flour and whisk well.
Heat 1 teaspoon of the olive oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add 1/2 cup of batter per pancake to the pan, allowing enough room between each one for flipping and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. You will get four pancakes.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining olive oil in a small frying pan over medium heat, odd the maple syrup and strawberries and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the strawberries are softened and caramelised around the edges
Serve your pancakes topped with the lovely sticky strawberries.
NEXT LEVELIT Add a dollop of your favourite high-protein yoghurt to up the protein, some toasted coconut flakes to increase the healthy fats, or a drizzle of maple syrup for some extra carbs post training.
PRO TIP: Some people worry that heating protein denatures its nutrient value, but most protein powders can withstand temperatures of up to 160°C before any damage is done.
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