If you have been looking to satiate your taste buds with something lip smacking and yet healthy to the core, then crepe is your answer! With more and more restaurants gearing to serve healthier food options on their palate, crepe has grown to become a popular fast food delicacy on the menu.
Originally, a traditional French recipe,crepes in London have truly gone mainstream, garnering a huge fan following on the go. Termed as the thinner version of pancakes, it takes flour, eggs, milk and butter to come up with this amazing recipe.
There is no limit to the experimentation that you can unleash using a variety of topping and fills to make the most savoury crepes. From chocolate, Nutella, whipped cream, dry fruits, vegetables and fruits to beacon and ham, there are virtually unlimited stuffing options available to select from. This versatility makes crepe a viable and healthier food choice that you can consume during any of your meals.
There are many amazing facts about this interesting dish that you deserve to know. So let’s get started.
- Are you aware, from where did the word crepe originate? It comes from the Latin word ‘Crispus’ which means wavy or undulated.
- Another instance to the crepes is traced back to the Greek word ‘Crispos’, which means rolled up or folded in a wrap.
- 2nd of February is officially designated as National Crepe Day commonly known as Jour des Crêpes. It is celebrated every year along with the Christian feast of Candelora. As part of the tradition, it is customary to flip a coin and Crepe over in a pan together at the same time while making a wish.
- Buckwheat flour was originally used to create crepes. It was only around the beginning of the 9th century that the main ingredient got replaced by the wheat flour. You can take either of the two options as your base to prepare the dish.
- If you are suffering from gluten allergies and other digestion issues, buckwheat can be a great option to use as the base for your scrumptious crepes.
- Talking about shapes, rolled up crepe is not the only option out there; presentation can be done in a variety of different ways. Some of the popular options are listed as under.
- Triangle crepe: As the name suggests, it is triangular in shape with all your favourite fillings stuffed in.
- Crescent moon crepe: Another innovative way to present your crepe is by shaping the base like a half or crescent moon.
- Parcel crepe: In parcel crepe, the base is formed in the shape of an envelope. While stuffing the filling inside, sides are gently tucked to give out a proper shape.
Many popular joints are serving Crepes in London which are beautifully carved in different shapes and sizes to appease the food connoisseur in you.
- At some places, liquor is used to form the batter. It is helpful in the break down the lumps as well as to enhance the overall taste.
- During ancient times, milk was the main ingredient used to prepare the batter. At many places, there are also instances of wine being used
- Belgian crape is known as Vôte. Buckwheat and apples are the main ingredients that the Belgian people use to make scrumptious crepes. Beer is also used widely to prepare a smooth batter. Usually, warm crepes are served with a dash of sugar sprinkled all over; colder version goes well with maple or other syrups varieties available in Belgia.
- Instead of bread crumbs or whole wheat sticks, some soups are served with evenly cut pieces of crepes in them.
Do not miss out to try this tasty and healthy food delicacy in your town, go check out the nearest restaurant selling scrumptious crepes in London now.
