How to Pour Crepe Batter on the Grill

Crepes are a delicious and light French pancake that you can make into a sweet or savory dish, depending on what you select for the topping or filling. Many people think they don't have the culinary skills to make crepes; as they are traditionally thin and very delicate. Most American pancakes are much thicker. Pouring crepe batter onto the grill isn't as hard as you think, and with a few simple techniques, you can transport yourself to a street fair in Paris - right in your own kitchen.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Grill pan
• Ladle
• Crepe batter
• Butter
• Spatula
• Fork
• Serving plate
• Toppings (optional)

1. Make the batter and double check its consistency. The batter should be light and very thin. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before pouring.

2. Heat your pan, griddle or grill and add a little butter or non-stick spray. Once the pan heats enough to melt the butter, it's time to pour the crepe batter; a traditional ladle is about the right size, but you may have to make a few crepes before you can determine the perfect amount of batter to use.

3. Ladle out the batter in the center of the pan and then either twirl the pan or use the back of the ladle to smooth out the batter, working in a circular pattern from the center of the crepe. Once you've smoothed the crepe as thin as possible, let it cook for a moment.

4. Check for doneness by lifting up on the edge of the crepe. If it lifts up easily, it is time to turn the crepe. Flip the crepe with a spatula and quickly cook on the second side for 20 to 30 seconds. A perfect crepe should be light brown on both sides.

5. Use a fork to grab the edge of the crepe, then quickly pull off the rest and place on a plate. Continue pouring the batter until you've made all of your crepes, then top with anything from scrambled eggs to sugar for a mouth-watering snack or meal.

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