Shrimp Crêpes with Dill and Cheese Recipe

Introduction

Savor the delicate flavors of shrimp wrapped in thin, tender crêpes topped with melted cheese. This elegant dish combines a creamy shrimp filling with soft crêpes, making it perfect for a special dinner or a comforting treat.

Ingredients

• 125 g all-purpose flour (¾ cup)
• 2 eggs
• 1 egg yolk
• 200 ml milk
• 1 tbsp heavy cream
• 2 tbsp butter (melted)
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1½ tbsp all-purpose flour
• 300 ml heavy cream
• 1 tbsp dill (finely chopped)
• 450 g shrimps, pre-cooked (cold water)
• 1 egg (hard boiled and chopped)
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• Cheese (your preferred cheese for topping)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Whisk together the flour, eggs, egg yolk, milk, and heavy cream until smooth. Let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or refrigerate overnight.
2. Step 2: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat and melt 1 tbsp butter. Stir the melted butter into the crêpe batter.
3. Step 3: Pour about 50 ml (¼ cup) of batter into the pan and tilt it to spread the batter thinly and evenly. Cook each crêpe for 30 seconds to 1 minute per side. Stack cooked crêpes on a plate.
4. Step 4: Boil one egg until hard-cooked, then chop it coarsely.
5. Step 5: In a saucepan, melt 1 tbsp butter, add 1½ tbsp flour, and stir constantly. Gradually pour in 300 ml heavy cream, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens and boils for about one minute.
6. Step 6: Remove the sauce from heat. Stir in the chopped shrimps, dill, chopped egg, salt, and pepper to taste.
7. Step 7: Preheat the oven to 200℃ (392℉).
8. Step 8: Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each crêpe. Fold in the short sides, then roll from one long side to the other, placing the seam side down.
9. Step 9: Arrange the filled crêpes in a greased baking dish, sprinkle your preferred cheese on top, and bake for a few minutes until the cheese is golden brown.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, use Gruyère or mozzarella cheese for topping.
• You can substitute fresh shrimp if preferred; just be sure to cook them before adding to the filling.
• Letting the batter rest improves the crêpe texture and makes them easier to handle.

Storage

Store leftover shrimp crêpes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 180℃ (350℉) to maintain crispness and melt the cheese evenly.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare the crêpe batter in advance?

Yes, you can make the batter the night before and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Just give it a good stir before cooking.

Can I freeze the assembled crêpes?

Yes, assemble and freeze the crêpes before baking. When ready, bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to ensure they heat through and the cheese melts nicely.

Shrimp Crêpes with Dill and Cheese Recipe

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Delicious and creamy shrimp crêpes featuring tender pre-cooked shrimp folded inside delicate homemade crêpes, topped with a rich dill-infused cream sauce and melted cheese, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a light main course.

• Author: Kai
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes (including batter resting time)
• Yield: 6–8 crêpes 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: French

Ingredients

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Crêpe Batter

• 125 g All-purpose flour (¾ cup)
• 2 Eggs
• 1 Egg yolk
• 200 ml Milk
• 1 tbsp Heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Butter (melted)

Filling and Sauce

• 1 tbsp Butter
• 1½ tbsp All-purpose flour
• 300 ml Heavy cream
• 1 tbsp Dill (finely chopped)
• 450 g Shrimps pre-cooked (cold water)
• 1 Egg (hard boiled and chopped)
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• Cheese (your preferred cheese topping, grated)

Instructions

1. Prepare Crêpe Batter: Whisk together all the crêpe ingredients except the melted butter and let the batter rest for at least 30 minutes to an hour at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator. This resting time allows the batter to hydrate for tender crêpes.
2. Cook Crêpes: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat and lightly butter it. Add the melted butter into the batter and stir to combine. Pour about 50 ml (¼ cup) of batter into the center of the hot pan, tilt or twirl the pan to spread the batter thinly and evenly. Cook each side for about 30 seconds to 1 minute until lightly golden. Stack cooked crêpes on a plate.
3. Boil Egg: Boil a whole egg until hard-cooked (approximately 10 minutes), then peel and chop it roughly for the filling.
4. Make Cream Sauce: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and stir to form a roux. Gradually pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Continue to cook and stir until the sauce boils and thickens, about one minute.
5. Add Filling Ingredients: Remove the sauce from heat and mix in the pre-cooked shrimps, chopped dill, and chopped hard-boiled egg. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) in preparation for baking the crêpes.
7. Assemble Crêpes: Spoon the shrimp filling into the center of each crêpe. Fold the short sides over the filling, then roll the crêpe along the long side tightly, placing the seam side down on a greased baking dish.
8. Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle your preferred grated cheese evenly over the filled crêpes in the baking dish.
9. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for a few minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden brown. Remove from oven and serve warm.

Notes

• Resting the crêpe batter is essential for light and tender crêpes.
• You can substitute the pre-cooked shrimp with fresh shrimp if preferred, but ensure they are cooked before adding to the filling.
• The cheese topping can be any melting variety such as Gruyère, mozzarella, or cheddar depending on your taste.
• For an extra herbaceous flavor, try adding a little lemon zest to the filling mixture.
• These crêpes can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.

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