How to Make Savory French Crêpes - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to French cuisine, one of the most iconic and beloved dishes has to be the crêpe. These thin, delicate pancakes are a staple of French cooking and can be enjoyed in both sweet and savory variations. While many people are familiar with the sweet options, such as Nutella or strawberries and cream, savory crêpes are just as delicious and versatile.

Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a simple dinner, or an impressive brunch option, savory French crêpes are a fantastic...

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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ cup buckwheat flour
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • ½ cup oyster mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 4 teaspoons butter, divided
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese, divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 crepes

  • Make the crêpe batter: Combine eggs, milk, and 2 tablespoons butter in a blender. Add buckwheat flour, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt; purée until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
  • Make the filling: Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cremini and oyster mushrooms; cook and stir until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add tomatoes and spinach; cook and stir until spinach is wilted, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  • Melt 1 teaspoon butter in another large skillet over medium heat. Pour about 1/4 cup batter (depending on the size of your pan) into the hot skillet' immediately tilt and swirl the pan to evenly distribute batter along the bottom. Cook until the center is set and the edges begin to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle 1/4 of the filling in the middle of each crêpe, then sprinkle with 3 tablespoons Gruyère cheese. Fold the crêpe in thirds over the filling, forming a triangle shape. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon Gruyère over top. Repeat to make remaining crêpes, adding 1 teaspoon butter for each one.
  • Nutrition

    507 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 186mg
    • Sodium: 370mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 486mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 517mg