New twist on crepes: Zucchini and mozzarella delight
Crepes are most often served for holidays, but there are so many recipes and ideas for fillings that it’s a shame to limit yourself to just the cabbage and mushroom variety. When I discovered the cheese and vegetable stuffing, I began making crepes non-stop. The whole family enjoys them, even the picky eaters. Who could refuse a portion of such deliciousness?
2:38 PM EDT, September 12, 2024
Crepes have been a favourite for generations but often seem somewhat overshadowed. However, anyone who has tried crepes with zucchini and mozzarella just once has immediately added them to their menu. Even my mother-in-law, a food expert, asked me for the recipe. It’s a simple meal, perfect for daily meals or larger occasions.
Crepes with mozzarella and zucchini
When this recipe caught my eye, I knew I had to test it immediately. zucchini prices are so attractive, and zucchini is available in stores practically all year round. Even more vegetables ended up inside, making this a great dish to sneak more of them into your diet. Crepes with Zucchini and Mozzarella are perfect for a quick lunch or a warm dinner.
The combination of crispy breadcrumbs, juicy vegetables, and stretchy mozzarella creates a unique flavor for these crepes. They taste simply perfect with garlic sauce.
Ingredients:
- approximately 5-6 crepes
- 1-2 eggs
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
Filling:
- a piece of leek
- 3-4 mushrooms
- 1 carrot
- 1 small zucchini
- half a bunch of dill
- 2-3 tablespoons of canned corn
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 mozzarella
Additionally:
- oil for frying
- garlic sauce for serving
Preparation method:
- Grate the mushrooms, carrot, and zucchini.
- Sauté the leek in butter, then add the remaining vegetables and spices. Finally, mix in the dill and corn.
- Place a portion of the filling and mozzarella slices on each crepe. Roll the crepes into croquettes.
- Beat the eggs in a deep plate and mix with salt and pepper. Put breadcrumbs in another plate.
- Coat the rolled crepes in breadcrumbs.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
Serve the finished crepes with garlic sauce. Serve warm when the cheese is still appetizingly stretchy. Enjoy your meal!