Saffron crepes recipe
Saffron crepes recipe
L.Tournier
Gastronomy

Saffron crepes recipe

Lotoise crepes deliciously flavored with the precious spice. The secret comes from the slow infusion in the pancake batter: it allows the saffron to diffuse the aromatic richness that will be found in the pancakes. Put away that jar of spread!
Prep time 10 minutes
Cook time 15 minutes
Level Easy-to-use
Portions 4 people
For 4 gourmands...

Ingredients

  • 250 g flour
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons of sunflower oil
  • 50 cl milk
  • 1/2 glass of water
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 5 pistils of Quercy saffron
  • 2 tablespoons Quercy saffron syrup

You will also need some

Utensils

  • A pancake pan
  • A salad bowl
  • A whip

Step by step recipe

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Saffron crepes recipe
Saffron crepes recipe
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The preparation : 

  1. Put the flour in a bowl and create a well in the center.
  2. Add the eggs, salt, oil and saffron syrup.
  3. Mix gently with a whisk.
  4. Add the milk and water (for lighter weight) little by little, whisking, until you obtain a homogeneous, liquid and coating paste.
  5. Now add the saffron pistils, mix and set aside for at least 1 hour so that the saffron diffuses all its aroma.
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Saffron crepes recipe
Saffron crepes recipe
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The cooking : 

  1. Heat a lightly oiled nonstick skillet. Once hot, pour a ladle of batter into it and swirl it around to spread it over the entire surface. Place on the heat and when the edge of the crepe turns light brown, it's time to turn it over.
  2. As the pancakes are cooked, place them on a plate and cover them with aluminum foil to keep them warm.
  3. For dressing, fold the crepe in four and add a few pistils of saffron, no need to add sugar, the saffron syrup is enough.
Saffron crepes recipe
Saffron crepes recipe
L.Tournier

Where to buy saffron?

The Lot valley and Quercy are privileged destinations for buy saffron directly from the producer. Here the short circuit is a true mode of consumption, which combines gluttony, quality and authenticity. Find all our good addresses.

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