Hot Mexican Bean Crepes

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 1
Hot and Spicy Mexican Bean Crepes for a delicious dinner
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

Crepes :
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup water
2 eggs
2 tablespoons butter , melted
Filling :
1 can pinto beans , drained
1 cup canned whole tomatoes
1 cup drained whole kernel corn
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
329
Sugar
3g
Fat
14g
Hot Mexican Bean Crepes are a perfect blend of spicy and savory flavors and textures. The crepes are light and fluffy, while the filling is a hearty mixture of beans, tomatoes, and corn, all spiced with a hint of ginger and chili powder. You can eat them as a main dish or serve them as an appetizer at your next party. This recipe is easy to make and customizable to your preference of spiciness and filling. The Hot Mexican Bean Crepes are perfect for any fiesta or weeknight dinner!

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, milk, water, eggs, and melted butter. Mix well until the batter is smooth.
2.Grease a non-stick pan with cooking spray and heat over medium heat. Then pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the pan and spread it evenly over the surface.
3.Cook for about 2 minutes until the edges are golden and the crepe is set, then flip to the other side and cook for another 30 seconds.
4.In another pan, combine the drained pinto beans, whole tomatoes, corn, ginger, and chili powder over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes until the ingredients are well combined.
5.Spoon the filling mixture onto each crepe and top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
6.Roll up the crepe and serve hot.

PROS

Hot Mexican Bean Crepes are savory, spicy, and filling.
Perfect for a family dinner or a game-day appetizer.

The beans and corn provide a good source of iron, while the Monterey Jack cheese adds a dose of calcium.

CONS

The crepes can be a bit time-consuming to make, and the filling may be too spicy for some people.

The dish can also be high in sodium depending on the canned ingredients used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hot Mexican Bean Crepes are a good source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals.
Beans contain carbohydrate, but they are low in fat, high in fiber, and a good source of protein. They are known for being rich in antioxidants and iron. Corn is also a great source of fiber and antioxidants that help improve digestion and maintain a healthy gut.
The dish is also gluten-free when made with all-purpose gluten-free flour.

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