Seafood Crepes
Deliciously sophisticated seafood crepes filled with shrimp, scallops, and crab, drizzled with a creamy béchamel sauce.
Ingredients
Seafood Filling
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined Ensure shrimp are fresh.
- 1 cup scallops, chopped Use fresh or thawed scallops.
- 1 cup crab meat Can use fresh or canned crab.
Crepe Ingredients
- 8 pieces crepes, homemade or store-bought Store-bought crepes are acceptable.
Béchamel Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter For flavor.
- 2 tablespoons flour Use all-purpose flour.
- 2 cups milk, whole Whole milk gives the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup grated cheese Such as Gruyère or Parmesan.
Seasoning and Garnish
- to taste salt Adjust as necessary.
- to taste pepper Freshly ground preferred.
- as needed fresh parsley for garnish Adds a pop of color.
Instructions
Prepare the Crepes
- Prepare the crepes according to your favorite recipe or use store-bought crepes.
Cook the Seafood Filling
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the shrimp, scallops, and crab meat, cooking until just opaque.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Make the Béchamel Sauce
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour until smooth.
- Gradually add the milk while stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in your favorite grated cheese until it melts and season with salt and pepper.
Assemble the Crepes
- Place a portion of the seafood mixture onto each crepe, drizzle with the béchamel sauce, and fold.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
These crepes can be made ahead of time and are also freezer-friendly. Just thaw gently before serving. You can also swap in different seafood as desired!