Crepioca

Crepioca is a delicious Brazilian breakfast dish made from tapioca flour and plant-based ingredients, resulting in a gluten-free, vegan pancake. It can be filled with a variety of savory or sweet fillings, making it a versatile start to your day.

Crepioca
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Brazilian
220 kcal

Ingredients

  • Tapioca flour - 120 grams
  • Water - 180 milliliters
  • Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Spinach - 50 grams (optional for filling)
  • Tomato - 1 small, diced (optional for filling)
  • Avocado - 1/2, sliced (optional for filling)

Steps

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the tapioca flour, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients while whisking until a smooth batter forms.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a little olive oil.
  4. Pour half of the batter into the skillet, spreading it evenly to form a thin pancake.
  5. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges start to lift, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
  6. Remove from the skillet and repeat with the remaining batter.
  7. If using, fill each crepioca with spinach, diced tomato, and avocado slices before folding it in half.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious vegan crepioca!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Carbs: 35 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Water: 0.18 L

Health Benefits

  • Gluten-free and suitable for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
  • Rich in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a feeling of fullness.

Tags

BrazilianVeganBreakfast