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Minced Meat Crepe Wrap

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Minced Meat Crepe Wrap
This recipe guides you through making a savory Minced Meat Crepe Wrap, a delicious and hearty dish perfect for a main course. It involves preparing tender crepes, a rich minced meat filling with vegetables and tomato, and a creamy béchamel sauce, all topped with melted cheese and baked to golden perfection. Follow these steps to create a satisfying meal with layers of flavor.
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#Minced Meat
#Dinner
#Main Course
#Béchamel
#Turkish
#Comfort Food

Finished baked crepe wraps
Recipe Information
30m
Prep Time
1h
Cook Time
1h 30m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Turkish
English
Nutrition (per serving)
680
Calories
38g
Protein
48g
Carbs
42g
Fat

Crepe wraps ready for baking
Ingredients
- Milk(For crepe dough)1 240 ml
- Water(For crepe dough)1 240 ml
- Eggs(For crepe dough)2 large
- Oil(For crepe dough)3 tablespoons
- Flour(For crepe dough)1.5 cups
- Salt(For crepe dough, or to taste)1 teaspoon
- Ground beef(For minced meat stuffing)400 g
- Onion(For minced meat stuffing, chopped)1 medium
- Capia pepper(For minced meat stuffing, chopped)1 medium
- Carrot(For minced meat stuffing, grated or finely diced)1 medium
- Garlic(For minced meat stuffing, minced)2 cloves
- Tomato paste(For minced meat stuffing)1 tablespoon
- Tomato puree(For minced meat stuffing)100 g
- Water(100 ml, for minced meat stuffing)0.5 glass
- Black pepper(For minced meat stuffing, or to taste)0.5 teaspoon
- Red pepper powder(For minced meat stuffing, or to taste)1 teaspoon
- Salt(For minced meat stuffing, or to taste)1 teaspoon
- Butter(For béchamel sauce)1 tablespoon
- Oil(For béchamel sauce)4 tablespoons
- Flour(For béchamel sauce)2 tablespoons
- Milk(For béchamel sauce)2 cups
- Salt(For béchamel sauce, or to taste)0.5 teaspoon
- Black pepper(For béchamel sauce, or to taste)0.3 teaspoon
- Cheddar cheese(Grated, for topping)100 g
Servings: 4
💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Minced meat filling for crepes
Instructions
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- 1Whisk together milk, 1 glass of water, eggs, 3 tablespoons of oil, 1.5 cups of flour, and a pinch of salt until you have a smooth crepe batter. Let it rest for 10 minutes.15mPreview15mPreviewWhisk together milk, 1 glass of water, eggs, 3 tablespoons of oil, 1.5 cups of flour, and a pinch of salt until you have a smooth crepe batter. Let it rest for 10 minutes.Ensure the batter is lump-free for smooth crepes. Resting allows the flour to fully hydrate.
- 2Heat a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a ladleful of batter, swirl to coat the bottom, and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden. Repeat for all crepes.20mPreview20mPreviewHeat a lightly oiled non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour a ladleful of batter, swirl to coat the bottom, and cook for 1-2 minutes per side until golden. Repeat for all crepes.The first crepe is often a test. Adjust heat and batter quantity as needed. Keep cooked crepes warm.
- 3In a separate pan, heat a little oil and sauté chopped onion, capia pepper, and grated carrot until softened, about 5-7 minutes.7mPreview7mPreviewIn a separate pan, heat a little oil and sauté chopped onion, capia pepper, and grated carrot until softened, about 5-7 minutes.Chop vegetables finely for a smoother filling texture.
- 4Add minced garlic and ground beef to the pan. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until the beef is browned and no longer pink.8mPreview8mPreviewAdd minced garlic and ground beef to the pan. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, until the beef is browned and no longer pink.Drain any excess fat from the ground beef if desired, though often not necessary.
- 5Stir in tomato paste, tomato puree, 100 ml of water, black pepper, red pepper powder, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.7mPreview7mPreviewStir in tomato paste, tomato puree, 100 ml of water, black pepper, red pepper powder, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.Allow the tomato paste to cook for a minute before adding liquids to deepen its flavor.
- 6For the béchamel sauce, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 4 tablespoons of oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.3mPreview3mPreviewFor the béchamel sauce, melt 1 tablespoon of butter with 4 tablespoons of oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.Cook the roux long enough to eliminate the raw flour taste but without browning it too much.
- 7Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Season with salt and black pepper.7mPreview7mPreviewGradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, a little at a time, ensuring no lumps form. Continue whisking until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Season with salt and black pepper.For an extra smooth sauce, use warm milk and whisk vigorously when adding. If lumps form, pass through a sieve.
- 8Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lay a cooked crepe flat, spoon a portion of the minced meat filling onto one side, and roll it up tightly.5mPreview5mPreviewPreheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lay a cooked crepe flat, spoon a portion of the minced meat filling onto one side, and roll it up tightly.Don't overfill the crepes to prevent tearing. Roll them gently but firmly.
- 9Arrange the rolled crepes in a baking dish, seam-side down, in a single layer.2mPreview2mPreviewArrange the rolled crepes in a baking dish, seam-side down, in a single layer.A rectangular or oval baking dish works best for neatly arranging the rolls.
- 10Evenly pour the béchamel sauce over the assembled crepes, ensuring they are well covered.1mPreview1mPreviewEvenly pour the béchamel sauce over the assembled crepes, ensuring they are well covered.Make sure the béchamel coats all crepes for even baking and a creamy finish.
- 11Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese generously over the béchamel sauce.1mPreview1mPreviewSprinkle the grated cheddar cheese generously over the béchamel sauce.Use a good quality melting cheese for best results.
- 12Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.25mPreview25mPreviewBake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the top is golden brown.Keep an eye on the cheese to prevent over-browning. Serve hot and enjoy!
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