Description
Spanish crepes roll delicate flavors of traditional Galician cuisine into a delightful culinary experience. Silky thin pancakes embrace savory ham and creamy cheese, promising a mouthwatering journey through Spain’s rich gastronomic heritage.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1.75 cups (200g) sifted flour
- 2 cups + 2 tablespoons (500ml) whole milk
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- Zest from 0.5 a lemon (or another citrus fruit)
Instructions
- Whisk eggs and sugar vigorously until the mixture becomes pale and aerated, creating a smooth, light base for the delicate Spanish crepes.
- Pour in milk, sprinkle salt, and grate fresh lemon zest into the egg mixture, blending thoroughly to infuse subtle citrus undertones.
- Sift flour gradually into the liquid ingredients, stirring continuously to prevent clumping and achieve a silky, uniform batter.
- Allow the batter to rest for 30-60 minutes, which helps the flour absorb liquid and relaxes the gluten, ensuring tender crepes.
- Pass the rested batter through a fine-mesh strainer to eliminate any potential lumps, guaranteeing a perfectly smooth texture.
- Prepare a non-stick skillet by lightly coating the surface with olive oil using a paper towel, creating a thin, even layer.
- Heat the skillet over medium temperature and pour a thin layer of batter, quickly tilting the pan to spread the mixture evenly.
- Cook the crepe until the edges turn golden and slightly crisp, approximately 45-60 seconds on the first side.
- Gently flip the crepe and cook the reverse side for an additional 15-20 seconds until light golden.
- Transfer each finished crepe to a large plate, sprinkling a delicate layer of sugar between each one as they stack.
Notes
- Resting the batter for an hour allows gluten to relax, creating smoother, more tender crepes with a delicate texture.
- Use a non-stick pan or well-seasoned cast-iron skillet to prevent sticking and achieve perfect golden-brown edges.
- Swirl the pan quickly after pouring batter to create thin, even crepes that cook uniformly and look professionally made.
- Lemon zest adds a bright, subtle citrus note that enhances the overall flavor profile of these traditional Spanish-style crepes.
- Stack crepes immediately after cooking while warm to keep them soft and prevent them from becoming crispy or breaking.
- Paper towel method for oiling the pan ensures minimal oil usage and helps create a light, even coating for perfect crepe preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg