CREPES WITH SMOKED SALMON AND LEMON-HERB SOUR CREAM

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Crepes with Smoked Salmon and Lemon-Herb Sour Cream image

Provided by Food Network

Time 55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup quick mix flour (recommended: Wondra)
1 cup milk
1/3 cup cold water
3 eggs, beaten
4 tablespoons melted butter, plus more for pan
Pinch kosher salt
1 cup sour cream or creme fraiche
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/4 cup minced dill
2 tablespoons snipped chives
2 tablespoons chopped capers
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces smoked salmon
Caper berries, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, add all of the crepe batter ingredients and whisk together until smooth. Expect the batter to be thinner than normal pancake batter. Refrigerate the batter for at least 30 minutes.
  • When ready to make the crepes, lightly brush a 6 to 8-inch crepe pan or small nonstick skillet with melted butter and put over medium-high heat.
  • Ladle a few tablespoons of batter into the center of the hot pan.
  • Lift the pan, removing it from the heat, and swirl so the batter coats the bottom of the pan in an even layer that's as thin as possible. If you have a few holes in the crepe, you can add a bit more batter to those bald spots to cover them. If there is excess batter in the pan, simply pour it back into the batter bowl.
  • Return the pan to the heat and cook until the edges crisp and the batter loses its shine, about 45 seconds to 1 minute. Using a nonstick spatula, flip the crepe and continue cooking on the other side, another 30 to 45 seconds.
  • If making crepes in advance, you can either slide the cooked crepes onto a cookie sheet and keep warm in a 200 degree F oven, or stack on a plate, putting waxed paper between each layer to prevent sticking while you continue with the remaining batter.
  • When ready to serve, heat 1 crepe in a pan and add some of the filling, warming slightly. (If you imagine your crepe to be divided into quarters, you only want to add filling to the bottom corner in order to fold it properly. The crepe should be folded in half (like you would an omelet) and then again into a neat triangle (like a piece of pie). If you want more filling, crepes can be either rolled or folded in half.)
  • Combine the sour cream or creme fraiche, lemon zest, lemon juice, dill, chives, and capers, in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • To serve, put a piece of smoked salmon in the bottom corner of a warmed crepe, folding in half (like you would an omelet) and then again into a neat triangle (like a piece of pie). Repeat with remaining crepes and filling. Arrange the crepes on a serving platter. Top each with a dollop of lemon-herb cream and a caper berry before serving.

Ramses Espinoza
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These crepes were a disappointment. The batter was too thick and the crepes were not cooked evenly. The filling was also bland.


M Anees Mazhar
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I'm not a big fan of crepes, but I thought I would give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The crepes were very good and the filling was delicious. I would definitely make these again.


pollywoppus69
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These crepes were so easy to make and they turned out so well! I was really impressed with how light and fluffy they were. The filling was also very flavorful.


BHUTTA STUDIO
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I made these crepes for a special occasion and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and I received many compliments. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Narh Mawujingua
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These crepes were amazing! The perfect combination of sweet and savory. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Hcydtdgx Ufhxgxg
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The crepes were a bit too thick for my liking, but the filling was delicious. I would try making them again with a thinner batter.


Saqlain
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These crepes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred a more flavorful filling.


Jaevion Hilliard
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing, but the crepes turned out well in the end. The filling was tasty, but I think I would have preferred a different type of cheese.


Emma Hesmondhalgh
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The crepes were a bit tricky to make, but they were worth the effort. The filling was delicious and the crepes were very light and fluffy.


Destney Moragne
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I made these crepes for brunch and they were a hit! Everyone loved the combination of the smoked salmon and lemon-herb sour cream. I will definitely be making these again.


Emanuela Lila
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I followed the recipe exactly and the crepes turned out great! The filling was flavorful and the crepes were thin and delicate. My family loved them!


Kshsjs Jshs
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These crepes were absolutely delicious! The smoked salmon and lemon-herb sour cream were a perfect combination, and the crepes themselves were cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making these again!