Saed News: Pizza crêpe is one of the delicious dishes perfect for special meals and gatherings. It combines soft crêpes, flavorful meat fillings, and stretchy mozzarella cheese. In this article, you’ll find the recipe for preparing this tasty dish.
According to the Family Magazine section of Saed News, this dish is made with layers of crêpes, béchamel sauce, and a savory meat filling, and is finally baked in the oven until the cheese melts and the top turns golden and appetizing. The unique flavor of this dish can be enjoyable for the entire family, making for a delightful afternoon snack or dinner.
Ingredients for Pizza Crêpe
Vegetable oil: 4 tablespoons
Eggs: 2
Tomatoes: 4
Grated mozzarella cheese: as needed
Flour: 2 cups
Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
Milk: 1.5 cups
Ground meat: 400 grams
Water: 1.5 cups
Salt: 1 teaspoon
Onion: 1
Black pepper and red pepper: 1 teaspoon
Garlic: 1 clove
Butter: 1 tablespoon
Salt for béchamel sauce: ½ teaspoon
Oil for béchamel sauce: 1 tablespoon
Flour for béchamel sauce: 1 tablespoon
Step 1: Preparing the Crêpe Batter
To start, mix 2 eggs, 1.5 cups of milk, 1.5 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon of salt in a large bowl. Beat well with a whisk or fork until the mixture is smooth. Gradually add 2 cups of flour while stirring to achieve a lump-free, medium-thick batter — not too thick or too runny.
Step 2: Cooking the Crêpes
Place a non-stick pan over medium heat and let it warm slightly. Add a teaspoon of oil and let it heat. Pour about two ladles of batter into the pan and spread it in a circular shape. After a few minutes, once the surface is semi-cooked, flip and cook the other side. Repeat until all the crêpes are done.
Step 3: Preparing the Meat Filling
Heat some oil in a pan and add the ground meat. Sauté for a few minutes until the color changes. Add chopped onion and cook until softened. Then add the minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
Step 4: Adding Tomatoes and Spices
Grate the 4 tomatoes and add them to the meat mixture. Stir well. Add 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of salt, and desired amounts of black pepper, red pepper, and any other spices. Let the mixture simmer until the tomato juice is absorbed and the meat is well seasoned.
Step 5: Making the Béchamel Sauce
In a small pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 1 tablespoon of oil over low heat. Add 1 tablespoon of flour and stir until the raw smell disappears. Gradually add 1.5 cups of milk while stirring constantly to make a smooth, thick sauce. Add ½ teaspoon of salt and remove from heat.
Step 6: Layering in the Baking Dish
Place the cooked crêpes in a suitable oven dish. Start with one crêpe as the base layer. Add a portion of the meat filling and sprinkle grated cheese over it. Add another crêpe, then meat and cheese again. Repeat until all ingredients are layered.
Step 7: Adding Béchamel and Final Baking
Pour the béchamel sauce evenly over the top crêpe layer. Sprinkle more grated cheese on top. Place the dish in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 20 minutes until the cheese melts and turns golden.
Enjoy your delicious and elegant homemade pizza crêpes!
