Brazilian recipe
Classic Homemade Ground Beef Pancakes (Panqueca de carne moída)
A traditional recipe for tender crepes filled with seasoned ground beef and a creamy sauce. Perfect for a hearty and flavorful lunch or dinner.
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Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste
300g ground beef
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped or grated
1/2 tomato, diced
1/2 can tomato paste
1 box (200g) table cream
Salt to taste
400g sliced mozzarella
Grated hard cheese to taste
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste
300g ground beef
2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped or grated
1/2 tomato, diced
1/2 can tomato paste
1 box (200g) table cream
Salt to taste
400g sliced mozzarella
Grated hard cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local supermarkets on Majuro or Ebeye. Table cream (creme de leite) is often found in the international or canned goods aisle. If table cream is unavailable, a thick heavy cream can be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- In a blender, combine the eggs, milk, and oil.
- Gradually add the flour and blend until the batter is smooth and creamy.
- Season the batter with salt to taste.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.
- Pour one ladle of batter into the hot skillet.
- Tilt the skillet to spread the batter evenly across the surface.
- Cook until the edges lift, then flip to lightly brown the other side.
- Remove the crepes and set them aside.
- In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion in a drizzle of oil.
- Add the ground beef and cook until the liquid has evaporated.
- Lower the heat, cover the pan, and let it cook for a few minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and cover the pan again.
- Cook for another 3 minutes and stir.
- Incorporate the tomato paste and season with salt to taste.
- Simmer for 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and allow the meat sauce to cool slightly.
- Fold the table cream into the meat sauce until well combined.
- Return to low heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fill each crepe with a slice of mozzarella and a portion of the creamy meat sauce.
- Roll up the crepes carefully.
- Grease a baking dish with a small amount of the sauce.
- Arrange the filled crepes in the baking dish.
- Cover the crepes with the remaining sauce.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
Observations
This classic recipe for ground beef pancakes is the ideal choice when you are craving a comforting meal that is straightforward to prepare. The tender, golden-brown crepes are wrapped around a savory filling of ground beef and finished with a rich, creamy sauce and a bubbly layer of melted cheese. It is a versatile dish, perfect for a cozy Sunday lunch or a practical weeknight dinner.
The preparation is broken down into simple phases: making the crepe batter, cooking the savory meat filling, and assembling the final dish for baking. Follow these steps to ensure a delicious result that is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
The preparation is broken down into simple phases: making the crepe batter, cooking the savory meat filling, and assembling the final dish for baking. Follow these steps to ensure a delicious result that is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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