Shrimp Crepe
- Energy Kcal 759
- Carbohydrates g 22.1
- of which sugars g 6.8
- Protein g 28.4
- Fats g 59.7
- of which saturated fat g 32.48
- Fiber g 0.8
- Cholesterol mg 364
- Sodium mg 485
- Difficulty: Average
- Prep time: 20 min
- Cook time: 30 min
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Average
PRESENTATION
Golden, thin crepes filled with a rich, creamy shrimp filling bring something special to the family table—soft texture and savory flavor rolled up in a package everyone wants more of. There's always this neat touch when you set out shrimp crepes for a group, since they just look so neat and taste really good. The creamy blend of béchamel sauce with shrimp gives every bite a gentle seafood taste and a nice, mild sweetness (especially great for anyone who loves good seafood but doesn’t want it too strong). That moist, comforting inside, along with the lightly browned crepe, gets pretty much everyone to try at least one...and usually circle back for seconds, whether it’s a weekend lunch or family get-together. For brunch recipes, you really can’t go wrong—they show off on the plate, but still deliver simple, good comfort. And people love how these seafood crepes feel a bit fancy without losing that familiar, easygoing vibe busy families appreciate.
Quick family dinners—when you want something easy but tasty—often call for shrimp crepes since they double as both a treat and an everyday meal. With their flexibility, these cream-filled seafood crepes fit everything from special celebrations (think birthdays and anniversaries) to laid-back weeknights where you just want something DELICIOUS but not fussy. The béchamel sauce makes every bite so creamy and smooth, and you’ll notice how much kids and grownups enjoy that creamy shrimp filling. With a spread of fresh salad, a little extra drizzle of sauce, or even zesty herbs on top, there’s room to make every serving feel different. Some families set these out for holiday brunches or potlucks since you can set them up ahead—handy for busy schedules and friendly catch-ups. These savory dinner ideas earn repeat requests, and home cooks point to their easy versatility—good with a bunch of different sides, and always a crowd favorite. Versatile for parties, casual dinners, or even as make-ahead meals, this shrimp classic keeps its spot as a top pick for families who love a soft, satisfying seafood dish at home.
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INGREDIENTS
- Ingredients for 4 crepes with a diameter of 8 inches
- Type 00 flour 2 cups (80 g)
- Eggs 1
- Whole milk ¾ cup (170 ml)
- Butter 3 tbsp (40 g)
- Fine salt 1 pinch
- for the shrimp cream
- Shrimps 1.1 lbs (500 g) - shelled
- Mascarpone cheese 1.3 cups (300 g)
- Brandy 1.2 oz (35 g)
- Garlic 1 clove
- Butter 3 tbsp (40 g)
- Extra virgin olive oil 2 spoonfuls
- Chives 2 spoonfuls - chopped
- Paprika 0.9 tsp (2 g)
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Shrimp Crepe
To prepare the shrimp crepes, start with making the Sweet and savory crepes (Basic recipe). Take the flour and pour it into a bowl 1, diluting it with milk 2. In a small bowl, break the eggs, add a pinch of salt, and combine them with the flour 3.
Mix the ingredients with a hand whisk until a homogeneous mixture is obtained. Then add the melted butter while continuing to stir. Cover the bowl with transparent food film and let it rest in the refrigerator for half an hour 4. Then take the dough again and heat a round non-stick pan. Grease it with a little butter and pour a ladle of the dough 5, distributing it evenly over the entire surface 6 with the appropriate wooden crepe tool or tilting the pan and thus distributing the dough over its entire surface. When the dough cooks on one side and slightly detaches from the pan, turn the crepes with a spatula and cook the crepe on the other side. Then place the crepe on a plate. Repeat the operation until you get 4 crepes.
Proceed now with the preparation of the filling. In a non-stick bottomed pan, pour the oil in a thin stream and sauté the coarsely chopped garlic 7. When browned, remove it. While the garlic is browning, prepare the shrimp and wash them under plenty of water. Then proceed to remove their intestines (for cleaning shrimp, consult the cooking school: How to clean shrimp) 8. Now add the shrimp to the pan 9.
Mix the shrimp while they cook over a gentle heat, using a spatula 10. Then drizzle with the brandy 11 and let it evaporate for a few minutes. Afterwards, drain the shrimp using a fine mesh strainer 12.
In another non-stick pot, heat the mascarpone and mix it with a spatula to melt it evenly 13. Then add the shrimp 14 and mix them well with the mascarpone. At this point, flavor with the paprika 15.
Continue to mix the ingredients with a spatula for 3 minutes over medium heat until obtaining a fairly thick and homogeneous shrimp cream; at the end of cooking, adjust with salt 16. Then take a crepe and place a spoonful of the mixture in the center 17. Cut small pieces of chives over the cream using scissors 18.
Now fold the crepe in half 19 and then into quarters 20. Your crepes with shrimp cream are now ready to be served 21.