Kaiserschmarren, Emperor’s Omelette or Fluffy Scratched Pancake

Directions

1. 1Wash the raisins in cold water. Drain and leave to soak in the rum in a small bowl.
2. 2In another bowl, whisk the egg whites until firm, gently folding in 2 tbsp. of sugar.
3. 3In another bowl, beat the egg yolks with the remaining sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
4. 4Add the flour, milk, raisins, and rum, and mix well.
5. 5Gently fold in the egg white.
6. 6Melt about a third of the butter in 2 large pans.
7. 7Pour the mixture into the pans and cook on medium heat until golden.
8. 8Chop up the omelette using 2 forks, toss and add the remaining butter.
9. 9Sprinkle with almonds.
10. 10Continue to cook until golden brown.
11. 11Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve immediately.