Shrimp and Green Onion Pancakes with Cilantro and L

Name: Shrimp and Green Onion Pancakes with Cilantro and Lime Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup flour; 1/2 cup chickpea flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus additional olive oil for frying; 3/4 cup green onions, shaved; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; Essence, recipe follows; 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deviened and finely chopped; 1 1/2 cups milk; Cilantro and Lime Crema, recipe follows; 3/4 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon Essence, recipe follows; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

3/4 cup flour
1/2 cup chickpea flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus additional olive oil for frying
3/4 cup green onions, shaved
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Essence, recipe follows
1/2 pound shrimp, peeled, deviened and finely chopped
1 1/2 cups milk
Cilantro and Lime Crema, recipe follows
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon Essence, recipe follows
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

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Into a large mixing bowl, sift the flour, chickpea flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
2
In a saute pan set on a medium-high heat, add the olive oil and saute the green onions until soft, about 2 minutes.
3
Add the green onions, parsley, Essence, and the shrimp to the dry ingredients.
4
Slowly add the milk and stir to make a batter.
5
Cover and let rest for 1 1/2 hours.
6
In a large saute pan set over a medium-high heat, add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan.
7
Spoon 2 tablespoons of batter into the pan and cook until bubbles form, about 2 minutes.
8
Turn and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes on the second side.
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Drain on paper towels and repeat with the remaining batter.
10
Serve hot with Cilantro and Lime Crema.
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In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients and stir well to blend.
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Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
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Recipe from New New Orleans Cooking, by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch.
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Published by William and Morrow, 1993.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup flour, 1/2 cup chickpea flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Shrimp and Green Onion Pancakes with Cilantro and Lime Crema falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Shrimp and Green Onion Pancakes with Cilantro and Lime Crema

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Variations & substitutions

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