Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.75 cup

flour

1 pinch

salt

1 tbsp

oil

1 unit

egg

beaten

1 cup

milk

6.13 unit

crab meat

1 unit

avocado

1 unit

peach yellow

1 unit

egg yolk

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

ground black pepper

1 tsp

mustard

1 dash

wine vinegar

0.88 tbsp

vegetable oil

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare the crepe batter by mixing flour, salt, oil, beaten egg, and milk in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Let the batter rest for 20 minutes at room temperature.

Step 3
~3 min

Use a small cookie cutter as a mold to make uniform crepe circles.

Step 4
~3 min

Cook the crepes in a lightly oiled frying pan until golden brown on both sides. Ensure they are thick enough to support the toppings.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 5
~3 min

Let the cooked crepes cool.

Step 6
~3 min

Finely dice the avocado and yellow peach.

Step 7
~3 min

Roughly chop the crab meat.

Step 8
~3 min

Prepare the mayonnaise by mixing egg yolk, salt, pepper, mustard, and a dash of wine vinegar in a bowl.

Step 9
~3 min

Gradually add vegetable oil while whisking to thicken the mixture into mayonnaise.

Key Technique: Whisking
Step 10
~3 min

Mix some of the mayonnaise with the chopped crab meat.

Step 11
~3 min

Separately, mix the diced avocado and yellow peach with some mayonnaise.

Step 12
~3 min

To serve, place the cooled crepe circles on a plate.

Step 13
~3 min

Spread a layer of avocado/peach mixture on each crepe circle.

Step 14
~3 min

Add a layer of crab/mayonnaise mixture on top of the avocado/peach layer.

Step 15
~3 min

Finish with another layer of avocado/peach mixture.

Step 16
~3 min

Repeat for as many crepe circles as you have.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use brown butter for cooking the crepes.

Add a touch of lemon juice to the avocado mixture to prevent browning.

Serve the tartare immediately after assembling to maintain freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Crepe batter can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer with a chilled white wine.

Offer as a light lunch option.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Salad
Tomato Bruschetta

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

France

Cultural Significance

Crepes are a staple of French cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Celebratory Meals
Holiday Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Brunch
Summer Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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