Egg crepes are a viable Passover option.
We’ve discussed the tortilla wrap hack and Yemenite breads – both flour-based – in the past, but with Passover approaching there’s an exciting alternative that fits the gluten-free theme. This option manifests itself in the form of egg crepes that are simple to make and encourage creative fillings. An added health benefit originates from the main ingredient, eggs, a good source of protein. Healthline reports, “Eating enough protein can help with weight loss, increase muscle mass, lower blood pressure and optimize bone health…”
The Base Crepe
Eggs, potato starch, water and salt are all you need to make an egg crepe.
The crepe speaks to simplicity. On Kosher.com, Naomi Nachman presents a seamless method to create the crepe. All you need are eggs, OU Kosher for Passover Gefen Potato Starch, water and salt. The preparatory instructions are simple, and the result is a tasty holder for many choice fillings.
The Fillings
One idea is to fill the egg crepe with strawberries, raspberries, and whipped cream and then top it with raspberry sauce.
Since the egg crepe is known as the French pancake, it’s useful to identify how the French fill their crepes. Statista.com notes that the French commonly fill their crepes with “sugar, jam, salted butter caramel, and Nutella…” But the choices are really endless. On the sweet side, you could go with maple syrup and fruits. Cheese filled crepes would be more of a meal-worthy filling. A refreshing snack can be ice cream filled crepes. The list of possibilities is only limited by the mind’s eye.
The Egg Market
The egg market is strong. Eggs have protein and other nutritious qualities that keep them in demand.
The egg market is very strong. GlobeNewswire reported that it’s projected to be worth over $16 billion in 2028, up from over $13 billion in 2022. Because eggs are so nutritious, especially in the area of protein, they will likely always be in high demand.
Conclusion
Passover is the time to plug into the gluten-free mindset. If you’re thinking health, taste and versatility then egg crepes are a good option. Besides the alluring texture of the egg crepe itself, you get to experiment with any filling you might fancy. There’s no need to hold back on a holiday where you can experiment with new creations and tastes.