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Tapioca Crepe

Crispy Brazilian tapioca crepes filled with savory cheese and herbs, served warm. A gluten-free street food favorite that's ready in minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
9g
Tapioca Crepe
brazilianvegetariangluten-freebreakfaststreet foodquick meal

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix tapioca starch, water, and salt in a bowl until smooth, letting it rest for 5 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Combine mozzarella, cilantro, and green onions in a small bowl.

  3. Step 3

    Heat a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and lightly butter it.

  4. Step 4

    Pour 0.25 cup tapioca batter into the center and immediately tilt the pan to spread into a thin crepe.

  5. Step 5

    Cook for 1-2 minutes until the bottom is lightly golden and edges start to crisp.

  6. Step 6

    Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of cheese filling onto one half of the crepe.

  7. Step 7

    Fold the crepe in half and cook for another 30 seconds until the cheese begins to melt.

  8. Step 8

    Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining batter and filling.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch non-stick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • spatula
  • spoon

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