Some mornings call for something a little different: crisp, light and full of flavour. This rice paper “pancake” filled with smoked trout, tomato and spring onion is just the answer.
It is quick to make, easy to adapt and ideal when you want something satisfying without preparing a full cooked breakfast. However, if you are not ready to give up eggs in the morning, have a look at this recipe too.
For this recipe, two sheets of rice paper are used to hold a fresh, savoury filling, then everything is cooked in a pan with a little oil.
The smoked trout adds a delicate savoury flavour, the beef tomato brings freshness, and the spring onion gives it a light aromatic note. A simple mix of mayonnaise and mustard brings everything together with a creamy, slightly sharp finish.
The result is a thin rice paper pancake that is crisp on the outside and soft in the middle.
Ingredients
Serves 1:
- 50 g Smokin' Brothers smoked trout
- 2 sheets of rice paper
- 1 spring onion
- 3 slices of beef tomato
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp mustard
- Oil, for cooking
Method
1. Make the sauce
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and mustard until smooth. This will add flavour and creaminess to the filling.
2. Prepare the vegetables
Slice the beef tomato. Finely slice the spring onion, using a little of the green part too if you want a fresher flavour.
3. Soften the first sheet of rice paper
Pour a little water into a wide, shallow plate. Dip the first sheet of rice paper into the water for about 2 seconds. It should soften slightly, but not become too delicate.
Lay it gently on a clean surface or plate.
4. Add the filling
Spread some of the mayonnaise and mustard sauce over the rice paper. Add the smoked trout, tomato slices and spring onion.
Try to spread the ingredients evenly, leaving a small border around the edge.
5. Add the second sheet
Dip the second sheet of rice paper into the water for about 2 seconds. Spread a little sauce over it, then place it on top of the filled sheet.
Press the edges gently so the two sheets stick together and the filling stays inside.
6. Cook in a pan
Heat a little oil in a non-stick pan. Once the pan is hot, add the filled rice paper pancake and cook over a medium heat until golden and lightly crisp. Turn it carefully and cook the other side until golden.
Serve straight away, while the rice paper is still warm and crisp.
This rice paper pancake is perfect for a savoury breakfast, but it also works well as a quick mid-morning bite or a light meal when you want something simple and different.
Serve it whole or cut it in half. For an extra touch, add a squeeze of fresh lemon or a little black pepper.
Quick, original and made with just a few ingredients, this is an easy way to bring something new to your morning routine.
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