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Sumptuous French Lentil and Mushroom Stuffed Crepes with Herb-Butter Sauce

Discover a luxurious vegetarian French lunch dish, featuring tender stuffed crepes filled with flavorful lentil and mushroom mixtures, drizzled in a rich herb-butter sauce. This sumptuous meal is perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress your guests.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total): Prep: 30 mins, Cook: 45 mins, Total: 1 hr 15 mins
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: French

Allergens

Wheat (in crepes), Dairy (butter)

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups green lentils
  • 3 ½ cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 16 crepes (pre
  • made)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. a. In a medium saucepan, combine lentils and vegetable broth bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain any excess liquid and set aside. b. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. c. In the same skillet, add onion and garlic cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 4 minutes. Return mushrooms to skillet and mix with onion and garlic. Add cooked lentils and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. d. Fill each crepe with the lentil and mushroom mixture, then fold or roll as desired. e. In a small saucepan, melt butter over low heat and add herbs cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Drizzle sauce over stuffed crepes before serving.

Chef’s Insight

Use high-quality butter and fresh herbs for an authentic French experience.

Notes

This dish can be customized with different herbs or mushroom varieties for a unique twist.

Cultural or Historical Background

Crepes have been enjoyed in France since the 14th century, often filled with savory ingredients like lentils and mushrooms.