When it comes to a retro recipe these Minced Beef Crispy Pancakes are as good as it gets. This is the ultimate homemade Crispy pancake recipe filled with delicious minced beef and onion filling, just like they used to be.
These pancakes can also bee made with different fillings, a popular variation is the Chicken and Mushroom Crispy Pancake all made the same way just with a different filling.
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History of the Crispy Pancake
The crispy pancake, a delicious culinary creation, has a rich history that spans various cultures and regions.
Its origins can be traced back to ancient times when different civilizations experimented with grains and water to create flatbreads. In many cultures, these early versions of pancakes were cooked on hot stones or in simple pans over open flames.
As time progressed, the crispy pancake evolved, incorporating local ingredients and flavours, leading to a variety of regional adaptations. For instance, in Asia, the crispy pancake is often filled with savory ingredients like vegetables and meats, while in Europe, it may be served sweet, topped with fruits and syrups.
The versatility of the crispy pancake has allowed it to remain a beloved dish across generations, often enjoyed at breakfast, as a snack, or even as a dessert.
Today, it continues to inspire chefs and home cooks alike, who experiment with different recipes and techniques, ensuring that this delicious treat remains a staple in kitchens around the world.
Back in the 1980's we had lots of great convinience food and Crispy Pancakes were one of the best. Apparently created by none other than Kim Basinger during the filming of 9½ Weeks.
If you can remember the Crispy Pancake first time around then you will know as well as I do that today Minced Beef Crispy Pancake just don't taste the same as they did.
So by popular demand I have created this recipe to faithfully reproduce the Original Crispy pancake of the 1980's complete with tasty minced beef and onion filling all wrapped up in a pasta pancake case coated in golden breadcrumbs.
You can cook these Crispy Pancakes in the oven but by far the best result is achieved when you shallow fry them on a very low heat.
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Easy Crispy Pancakes
This recipe for crispy pancakes filled with minced beef and onions is straightforward and delicious.
The preparation involves sautéing onions until they are golden, then adding seasoned minced beef until it is fully cooked.
The mixture is then placed in a thin pasta sheet and covered in breadcrumbs, which is fried until golden brown and crispy.
This dish not only offers a satisfying crunch but also a savory filling that makes it a perfect meal or snack option.
The Case
300g Plain flour
100g Breadcrumbs
50ml Milk
2 medium Eggs
The Filling
30g Beef Dripping (Fat)
25g Flour
1 Brown Onions
250g Minced Beef
½ tsp Black Pepper
½ tsp Salt
200ml Beef Stock (2 Beef Stock Cubes)
50ml Worcestershire Sauce
1 tbs Tomato Puree
Nut free
Nutrition:
This is per Pancake
Calories: 187
Protein: 5.4g
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 17.5
Fiber: 0.7g
Sugar: 2g
High CarbsHigh proteinLow sugar
Cost to make:
£5.07 / $6.34(Est.)
*Prices may vary.
Cooking Instructions
Start this recipe by making a pasta dough for the case of the pancakes. Add the Milk into the flour and mix together with a fork.
Add the 2 Eggs and work it all together to form a dough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and work it with your hands like you would for bread, kneading the dough for 5 or 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
Wrap the dough in cling film and set aside to rest.
Chop up the brown onions into rough pieces and drop them into a food processor.
Add the Minced Beef to the food processor and blitz the lot for a few minutes
Melt the Beef Dripping or fat in a large pan, when the fat is hot tip in the Beef & Onions and cook until the beef is brown, about 10 minutes. Keep chopping this up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
While the beef is cooking make up 200ml of Beef Stock using the Stock Cubes, Black Pepper, Salt and Worcestershire Sauce.
Once the beef and onions are fully cooked add the flour and combine it with a wooden spoon so you get a paste like mixture.
Whisk in the beef stock so that you get a thick gravy then add the Tomato Paste. Mix the lot together and leave it to simmer for 10 - 15 minutes so that all of the flavour develops.
Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool while you make the pancake cases.
Cut the dough into 4 quarters about (115g each), then roll them on a lightly floured surface so that they are thin (2mm), then using a round bowl with a diameter of 16cm or 6.5inch cut out a circle.
Fill from the centre with 75g of filling then spread it out over one half of the case leaving about ½ inch boarder all around.
Brush the inside edge with egg wash then fold the pancake over and press the edges down nice and tight.
Egg wash the top of the pancake then put it, egg washed side down in a tray of breadcrumbs and shake it a little.
Egg wash the other side and turn it over in the breadcrumbs so that the whole pancake is fully coated.
To cook the little monkeys, get a frying pan with about 1 inch of vegetable oil on a low heat, when the oil is hot place the pancakes in.
Cook very slowly for a few minutes on either side so that the case is golden brown and the filling is piping hot.
Do not cook them too fast as they will burn very quickly so keep an eye on them. 5 minutes either side should do on a low to medium heat.
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Chefs Tips
Can you freeze Crispy Pancakes ?
Yes, you can freeze crispy pancakes. To ensure they maintain their texture and flavour, it is advisable to let them cool completely before placing them in an airtight container.
Are these Crispy Pancakes as good as the 80's ?
Yes, this recipe is a traditional representation of the old 'Findus' crispy pancakes of the 1980's
Can Crispy Pancakes be made in advance ?
Crispy pancakes can indeed be prepared in advance. However, it is important to consider that their texture and crispiness may diminish over time. To maintain their quality, it is advisable to store them in an airtight container and reheat them in an oven or skillet before serving.
You can fill these pancake cases with other fillings.
Cuisine:Swiss
