French-Style Crepes with Shrimp and Mushrooms
- 130 grams (1 cup) all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 240 milliliters (1 cup) milk
- 25 grams (1/8 cup) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 grams (1/2 teaspoon) salt
- 120 grams (1 cup) mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 120 grams (1 cup) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 15 grams (1 tablespoon) unsalted butter, for sautéing
- 2 grams (2 teaspoons) fresh dill, chopped
- 1.2 grams (1/2 teaspoon) lemon zest, finely grated
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and salt until well combined
2. Gradually add the flour, whisking steadily until the batter is completely smooth and lump-free
3. Let the batter rest at room temperature for 30 minutes
4. Heat a small non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat (180°C / 350°F)
5. Brush lightly with butter
6. Pour 60 milliliters (1/4 cup) of batter into the pan, immediately tilting and rotating to spread it evenly across the bottom
7. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until the edges begin to lift and the surface appears set
8. Flip with a spatula and cook for another 30 seconds
9. Transfer to a plate and repeat, stacking crepes with parchment if needed
10. In the same pan, melt the sautéing butter over medium heat
11. Add the mushrooms and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until tender and lightly browned
12. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more, until opaque and fully cooked
13. Season with salt, pepper, lemon juice, dill, and lemon zest
14. Warm the crepes slightly if desired
15. Place a generous spoonful of the filling in the center of each
16. Fold the crepes in half, then in half again if desired, or simply roll
17. Serve immediately, garnished with extra dill and a lemon wedge if preferred
- Non-stick pan
- Whisk
- Large bowl
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Spatula
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