Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Day, is a Christian holiday that is traditionally celebrated on the day before the start of Lent, which is a period of fasting and self-denial observed by many Christians in the lead-up to Easter.

The word "shrove" comes from the old English word "shrive," which means to confess one's sins and receive absolution. In the Christian tradition, Shrove Tuesday is a day for people to confess their sins and prepare for the period of Lent.

Pancakes are traditionally eaten on Shrove Tuesday because they are a way to use up rich ingredients like sugar, butter, and eggs, which were historically forbidden during Lent. Pancakes are also easy and quick to make, which is why they became associated with this holiday.

There are many different pancake recipes from around the world, but the traditional British pancake is a thin, crepe-like pancake made from flour, eggs, milk, and butter, which is then fried in a pan. Pancakes can be served with a variety of sweet or savory toppings, such as syrup, jam, fruit, or bacon and eggs.

In some countries, such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and Canada, pancake races are also a popular tradition on Shrove Tuesday. These races involve people running while flipping pancakes in a frying pan, and are a fun way to celebrate the holiday.

Here are 3 great pancake recipes for Shrove Tuesday in UK measurements:

1. Classic Pancakes:

• 125g plain flour
• 2 eggs
• 300ml milk
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil or melted butter
• pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Sift the flour and salt into a large mixing bowl.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and oil/butter.

3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and whisk until the batter is smooth and lump-free.

4. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.

5. Ladle some batter into the pan and swirl it around to cover the bottom.

6. Cook for about 1-2 minutes or until the pancake is golden brown, then flip it over and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side.

7. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil/butter to the pan as needed.

8. Banana Pancakes:

• 200g self-raising flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 ripe banana, mashed
• 2 eggs
• 300ml milk
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then stir in the mashed banana, milk, and honey/maple syrup.

3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and whisk until the batter is smooth and lump-free.

4. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.

5. Ladle some batter into the pan and swirl it around to cover the bottom.

6. Cook for about 1-2 minutes or until the pancake is golden brown, then flip it over and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side.

7. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil/butter to the pan as needed.

8. Chocolate Chip Pancakes:

• 225g self-raising flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp caster sugar
• 2 eggs
• 300ml milk
• 50g chocolate chips
• pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, caster sugar, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then stir in the milk and chocolate chips.
3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and whisk until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
4. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
5. Ladle some batter into the pan and swirl it around to cover the bottom.
6. Cook for about 1-2 minutes or until the pancake is golden brown, then flip it over and cook for another 1-2 minutes on the other side.
7. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil/butter to the pan as needed.