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    Polish Crepes with Mushrooms (Krokiety)

    October 18, 2016 By Monika Last Updated February 27, 2023 8 Comments

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    Polish-style Crepes with Mushrooms are breaded and shallow fried so they are crispy on the outside and deliciously soft on the inside. This recipe is made using pantry staples and comes together in under 30 minutes.

    See also Polish mushroom croquettes!

    Side view of fried crepes with mushrooms on top of plate with herbs in background.

    Mushroom crepes are a delicious way of enjoying crepes as a savoury dish.  You can simply make the filling, roll the crepes and serve, or you can add a Polish twist and turn these savoury crepes into something far more exciting.

    What are Polish krokiety

    Krokiety are crepes stuffed with either meat or mushroom filling coated in breadcrumbs and shallow fried.  Polish krokiety are typically served alongside clear soup, most typically borscht, but can also be enjoyed as a main meal.  

    Ingredients for making crepes with mushrooms

    The crepes batter is made using 5 ingredients: flour, egg, milk, oil and salt.  It's super simple and quick to make and produces thin and soft crepes. 

    The filling is equally uncomplicated and consists of white mushrooms, onion, parsley for freshness as well as a little ketchup and butter for added flavour.  

    You will also need fine breadcrumbs and egg wash for coating the folded krokiety as well as about 1.5 tablespoons of oil for frying (per batch).

    Ingredients for making mushroom crepes filling in individual dishes.
    Polish mushroom 'krokiety' crepes filling ingredients.

    Step-by-step recipe instructions

    1.Start by making the crepes batter. In a large bowl whisk together the flour and salt then add the eggs and oil.

    Flour and egg inside large white bowl with green whisk and milk in measuring dish in top right corner.

    2. Gradually and slowly pour in the milk whisking (quite vigorously) all the time until smooth.  (If there are any lumps left use a stick blender to get the batter as smooth as possible). Set aside while you make the mushroom filling.

    Crepes batter in large white bowl with green whisk.

    3. To make the filling start by heating up 1 tablespoon of oil and gently frying the onion for 3 minutes until softened. Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper and continue cooking until all the moisture has disappeared.

    Add the butter and parsley and cook for a few more minutes until the mushrooms have browned a little. Stir in the ketchup, adjust the seasoning and remove from the heat. Set aside while you make the crepes.

    Frying chopped mushrooms with parsley and butter in large pan with blue spoon.

    4. To make the crepes heat up about 2 teaspoons of oil spreading evenly in the pan then ladle the batter swirling it around to make sure it spreads over the entire surface of the pan.  Cook over a medium heat for about 2 minutes on one side and about a minute on the other.

    Large crepe on top of frying pan.

    5. Assemble the crepes. Spread 2-3 tablespoons of the mushroom mixture over the centre of each crepe (or spread thinner but over a wider area) then fold 2 sides over the filling towards the centre.  Roll the crepe quite tightly (being careful not to tear it) then press down gently (the end fold should be on one side).

    Folding crepes with mushroom filling on top of plate.

    6. Dip both sides of the crepe in the egg wash then in breadcrumbs.

    Coating krokiety crepes in egg wash and breadcrumbs.

    7. Heat up about 1.5 tablespoons of oil and fry the krokiety over a medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side (avoid overcrowding the pan). Remove from the pan and place momentarily on top of a paper towel to remove excess oil.  Serve immediately.

    3 fried lightly browned krokiety on top of pan.

    Serving suggestions

    These mushroom crepes are delicious on their own, with clear borscht (served in a cup), a garnish of parsley and/chives or Polish style slaws and salads including sauerkraut salad and cold beet salad. 

    Good to know

    If you would like to use another filling idea try the meat filling I used for making meat pierogi.

    Make ahead

    You can make the mushroom filling as well as the crepes in advance and once cooled refrigerate (overnight) until you are ready to make the recipe. You can also assemble the crepes (i.e. stuff and coat in the egg wash and breadcrumbs) and refrigerate, covered, for up to a day.  

    Optional extras

    This mushroom crepes recipe is extremely adaptable and you can serve it with a different twist depending on what ingredients you have on hand.  For example, you could add a bit of grated cheese, fried bacon or chopped ham into the filling. You could also use chives in addition or instead of the parsley. 

    Side view of fried mushroom krokiety on top of plate.

    Top tips

    • I recommend wiping the mushrooms rather than rinsing. Chop them quite finely so the mixture holds its shape.
    • Be generous with the pepper.
    • I recommend using fine rather than coarse breadcrumbs.
    • The amount of batter in this recipe yields 6 large, thin crepes. If you are using a different size frying pan (smaller or larger than 9.5'') make sure your crepes are thin. Thick crepes are more difficult to fold plus they may overpower the filling.
    • Make the crepes batter first (it needs to 'rest' for a few minutes) then make the filling.
    • Fold mushroom krokiety quite tightly (they should feel quite compact, not loose) being careful not to tear the crepes.
    • Fry these mushroom crepes in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan (so it's easy to turn them over). 
    • Best served hot straight from the pan.  Refrigerate leftovers and reheat in the microwave. Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
    • Freeze for up to 3 months.

    How to freeze mushroom crepes

    Stuff and fold the crepes then arrange in an airtight container with pieces of parchment paper in between so the crepes don't stick to one another.  Defrost the crepes on top of a large plate/tray (overnight is best) then dip in the egg wash and  breadcrumbs and fry as per Instructions.

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    Recipe

    Side view of fried crepes with mushrooms on top of plate with herbs in background.

    Polish Crepes with Mushrooms (Krokiety)

    Polish style crepes with mushrooms are breaded and shallow fried so they are crispy on the outside and deliciously soft on the inside. This recipe is made using pantry staples and comes together in under 30 minutes.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Lunch, Snack
    Cuisine: Polish, vegetarian
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 28 minutes minutes
    Servings: 7 large crepes
    Calories: 110kcal
    Author: Monika Dabrowski

    Equipment

    • 9½'' non-stick crepes pan

    Ingredients

    For the filling

    • 14.11 ounces (400 g) mushrooms very finely chopped
    • 1 onion finely chopped
    • 4 tablespoons parsley finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon ketchup or to taste
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    For the crepes

    • 1⅓ cups+1tbsp (175 g) all-purpose/plain flour
    • 1⅔ cups (400 ml) milk
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

    For coating

    • 5 tablespoons fine breadcrumbs
    • 1 small egg lightly beaten
    • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying, use about 1⅕ tbsp per batch

    Instructions

    • Start by making the crepes batter. In a large bowl whisk together the flour and salt then add the eggs and oil.
    • Gradually and slowly pour in the milk whisking (quite vigorously) all the time until smooth.  (If there are any lumps left use a stick blender to get the batter as smooth as possible). Set aside while you make the mushroom filling.
    • To make the filling start by heating up 1 tablespoon of oil and gently frying the onion for 3 minutes until softened. Add the mushrooms, salt and pepper and continue cooking until all the moisture has disappeared.
    • Add the butter and parsley and cook for a few more minutes until the mushrooms have browned a little. Stir in the ketchup, adjust the seasoning and remove from the heat. Set aside while you make the crepes.
    • To make the crepes heat up about 2 teaspoons of oil spreading evenly in the pan then ladle the batter swirling it around to make sure it spreads over the entire surface of the pan.  Cook over a medium heat for about 2 minutes on one side and about a minute on the other.
    • Assemble the crepes. Spread 2-3 tablespoons of the mushroom mixture over the centre of each crepe (or spread thinner but over a wider area) then fold 2 sides over the filling towards the centre.  Roll the crepe quite tightly (being careful not to tear it) then press down gently (the end bit should be on one side).
    • Dip both sides of the crepe in the egg wash then in breadcrumbs.
    • Heat up about 1.5 tablespoons of oil and fry the krokiety over a medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side (avoid overcrowding the pan). Remove from the pan and place momentarily on top of a paper towel to get rid of excess oil.  Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • I recommend wiping the mushrooms rather than rinsing. Chop them quite finely so the mixture holds its shape.
    • Be generous with the pepper.
    • I recommend using fine rather than coarse breadcrumbs.
    • The amount of batter in this recipe yields 6 large, thin crepes. If you are using a different size frying pan (smaller or larger than 9.5'') make sure your crepes are thin. Thick crepes are more difficult to fold plus they may overpower the filling.
    • Fold these mushroom krokiety quite tightly (they should feel quite compact, not loose) being careful not too tear the crepes.
    • Fry these mushroom crepes in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan (so it's easy to turn them over). 
    • Best served hot straight from the pan.  Refrigerate leftovers and reheat in the microwave. Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
    • Serve on their own, with clear borscht (served in a cup), a garnish of parsley and/chives or Polish style slaws and salads including sauerkraut salad and cold beet salad.
    • Optional extras: you can add a little grated cheese, crispy bacon or chopped ham and chives into the filling.
    • You can make the mushroom filling as well as the crepes in advance and once cooled refrigerate (overnight) until you are ready to make the recipe. You can also assemble the crepes (i.e. stuff and coat in the egg wash and breadcrumbs) and refrigerate, covered, for up to a day.  
    • To freeze - arrange the krokiety (without the egg wash and breadcrumbs) in an airtight container with pieces of parchment paper in between and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost on top of a plate then coat in the egg wash and breadcrumbs and fry as per Instructions.
    • Preparation Time includes the time needed to cook the mushroom filling.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1crepe | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 207mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 466IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 1mg

    *Nutritional information is automatically generated and should be considered as an estimate.

    **A note about baking: If using a fan-assisted oven refer to your appliance's instructions and adjust the temperature accordingly.

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    1. Kaitensatsuma says

      December 25, 2022 at 10:24 pm

      I'm not sure about the Ketchup but the rest of this tracks - we usually made these when we inevitably made too much farce for holiday pierogi.

      Some sos gzybowy and you're good to go.

      Reply
      • Monika says

        December 28, 2022 at 10:07 pm

        Ketchup works surprisingly well in this recipe which is why I recommend it. But you can omit it if you prefer.

        Reply
    2. Kimberly Skrobol says

      December 05, 2021 at 10:25 pm

      5 stars
      We've been living in Poland for about 2 years (I'm american and husband is polish) and I just made these for my husband and he said they're better than most he's ever had. I was shocked! He made me promise to not change the recipe. A keeper for upcoming Wigilia!!! Serdecznie dziękujemy!

      Reply
      • Monika says

        December 06, 2021 at 9:31 am

        Hi Kimberly! I made these exactly like my mom used to make when I was a child and she was a great cook. Still it's really good to know that another Pole enjoyed them so much. So thank you for letting me know:) By the way I have lots of authentic Wigilia recipes you can find under Polish Recipes at the top of the post if you are interested. Wesolych Swiat!

        Reply
    3. Elaine @ foodbod says

      October 21, 2016 at 1:01 pm

      These look so interesting, I don't like sweet things so a savoury crepe sounds great to me.
      Thank you for educating me and sharing these with everyone at Fiesta Friday 🙂

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        October 21, 2016 at 1:20 pm

        You are welcome and thank you!

        Reply
    4. Eb Gargano / easypeasyfoodie.com says

      October 20, 2016 at 9:25 pm

      Yum! These sound amazing - I really need to try this method. Thanks for linking up with #CookBlogShare 🙂 Eb x

      Reply
      • [email protected] says

        October 20, 2016 at 10:16 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply

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