French Chili Pancakes
French Chili Pancakes

A fusion of traditional French crepes and spicy chili flavors, perfect for a unique breakfast or brunch dish.

Intermediate | Prep time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Total: 30 minutes

Author: crispy-spoon | 07/20/2026 18:41

Recipe is based on

Recipe: 'chili pancakes '
Culinary: french

Ingredients

  • 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 600 ml milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 100 g grated cheese (preferably Gruyère or Emmental)
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • Fresh herbs (e.g., parsley or chives) for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, milk, salt, paprika, and chili powder until smooth.
  2. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
  3. In a non-stick frying pan, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Pour a ladleful of batter into the pan, swirling to cover the base. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges lift and the bottom is lightly browned.
  5. Sprinkle some chopped onion and red bell pepper on top of the pancake, followed by a sprinkle of cheese.
  6. Flip the pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the pancake is cooked through.
  7. Repeat with the remaining batter and filling ingredients.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
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