Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.75 cup

whole wheat flour

sifted

1 unit

egg

beaten

0.75 cup

plain yogurt

3 tbsp

water

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 package

frozen spinach

thawed and pureed

1 pinch

nutmeg

grated

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 unit

fresh cilantro

to garnish

1 tbsp

olive oil

3 unit

scallions

thinly sliced

1 cup

ricotta cheese

4 tbsp

plain yogurt

0.75 cup

gruyere cheese

grated

1 unit

egg

lightly beaten

1 cup

unsalted cashews

2 tbsp

parsley

chopped

1 pinch

cayenne pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Sift the whole wheat flour and salt into a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

In a separate bowl, beat together the egg, plain yogurt, water, and olive oil.

Step 3
~3 min

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the flour, beating constantly until smooth.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir in the pureed spinach, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Sauté the thinly sliced scallions until translucent. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 7
~3 min

In a bowl, beat together the ricotta cheese, plain yogurt, and half of the grated Gruyere cheese.

Step 8
~3 min

Beat in the lightly beaten egg and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 9
~3 min

Season the filling with salt and cayenne pepper to taste.

Step 10
~3 min

Lightly brush a small skillet with olive oil and heat over medium heat.

Step 11
~3 min

Pour 3-4 tablespoons of the crepe batter into the skillet, tilting to cover the base evenly.

Step 12
~3 min

Cook for about 3 minutes, until bubbles appear in the center of the crepe.

Step 13
~3 min

Flip the crepe and cook the other side for about 2 minutes, until lightly browned.

Step 14
~3 min

Slide the cooked crepe onto a warmed plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

Step 15
~3 min

Repeat the crepe-making process until all batter is used.

Step 16
~3 min

Spread a spoonful of the cashew filling over each crepe.

Step 17
~3 min

Fold each crepe in half, then in half again, creating an envelope shape.

Step 18
~3 min

Spoon the remaining filling on top of the folded crepes.

Step 19
~3 min

Grease a shallow, ovenproof dish and arrange the filled crepes in a single layer.

Step 20
~3 min

Sprinkle the remaining grated Gruyere cheese over the crepes.

Step 21
~3 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Step 22
~3 min

Serve the spinach crepes hot, garnished with fresh cilantro sprigs.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the crepes ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until ready to fill.

For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of olive oil for cooking the crepes.

Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your desired level of spice.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Crepes can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (cheesy and savory)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve as a light lunch or dinner.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tomato soup
Green salad with vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Crepes are a staple in French cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Brunch

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

65/100