Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 4
Crispy on the edges, soft in the center—Rice & Lentil Crepes are a nutritious, budget-friendly twist on classic crepes! 🥞🍚✨ Made with soaked rice and lentils, these high-protein crepes are light, airy, and perfect for any meal. Pair them with savory chutneys or enjoy them plain for a wholesome treat!
Ingredients
🔥 For the Crepes Batter:
☑ 1 cup (200g) uncooked rice 🍚
☑ ½ cup (100g) split lentils (yellow or red) 🌱
☑ 1 cup (240ml) water 💧
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 salt 🧂
☑ ½ teaspoon 🥄 cumin seeds (optional) 🌿
☑ 1 small green chili, finely chopped (optional) 🌶️
☑ 1 teaspoon 🥄 grated ginger (optional) 🫚
🔥 For Cooking:
☑ 1 tablespoon 🥄 oil or ghee 🧈
🔥 Optional Toppings & Sides:
☑ Chopped cilantro 🌿
☑ Coconut chutney 🥥
☑ Spicy tomato chutney 🍅
☑ Yogurt with herbs 🥣
👩🍳 Cooking Steps
🔥 Step 1: Soak & Blend
1️⃣ Rinse rice and lentils thoroughly, then soak in water for 4-6 hours or overnight.
2️⃣ Drain and blend with 1 cup of water until smooth.
3️⃣ Add salt, cumin, green chili, and ginger for extra flavor.
🔥 Step 2: Prepare the Crepes
1️⃣ Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat and lightly grease with oil.
2️⃣ Pour a ladleful of batter and spread in a circular motion like a thin pancake.
3️⃣ Cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook for another minute.
🔥 Step 3: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot with chutneys or yogurt.
2️⃣ Enjoy crispy, protein-packed crepes for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner!
🥞 Nutritious, crispy, and packed with flavor—Rice & Lentil Crepes are an easy, healthy meal that fits any budget!
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