Pancakes aren’t just for breakfast anymore with our savoury dinner recipes. Make a hearty supper with our recipe ideas from curry-inspired paneer-stuffed pancakes to a comforting ricotta and spinach traybake. Or stick to more classic brunch flavours with eggs benedict and smoked salmon.
For more savoury pancake inspiration, check out our top savoury pancake recipes.
These recipes are a great way to use up any leftover pancakes you may have from breakfast, or make prep work even easier with ready-made pancakes.
The whole family will love digging into these filling dinners on Pancake Day. Be sure to keep the pancake party going with our top pancakes to eat for dessert.
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Top 10 pancake recipes for dinner
1. Scallion pancakes
Throw a few simple storecupboard ingredients together to make these northern Chinese-inspired pancakes. They’re chewy, flaky and crispy and best served with our honey-soy dipping sauce.
2. Kimchi & sesame spinach with mature cheddar crêpes
Do something different on Shrove Tuesday — these veggie crêpes pack a real flavour punch with the heavenly combination of cheddar and kimchi. They’re also ready on the table in 20 minutes.
3. Buckwheat galettes
Tuck into these savoury dinner pancakes made with buckwheat and loaded with eggs, cheese, and ham, complemented by a side of fried mushrooms. Choose between mature gruyère, comté, or cheddar cheese based on your taste preferences. For an extra touch, pair them with steamed spinach or grilled tomatoes to capture the essence of a full English breakfast. Discover our how to cook buckwheat guide.
4. Creamy garlic butter mushroom crêpes
Rustle up this savoury dish of crêpes filled with creamy garlic butter mushrooms for a comforting supper that delivers comforting flavours. Simply fill your crêpes with the mushroom and parsley mixture, then fold or roll to enclose. Spoon over any remaining mushrooms to serve.
5. Brie-stuffed pancakes with crispy bacon
Cheese lovers must try these gooey brie-stuffed pancakes with crispy bacon. Spoon a tablespoon of pancake batter onto a hot frying pan and spread into a circle, then top with slices of brie and a pinch of grated cheddar and cover with more batter. These savoury dinner pancakes are a great way to use up leftover cheese.
6. Spinach & ricotta pancake bake
Need to use up a batch of pancakes? Try this savoury pancake bake filled with an easy tomato sauce and a rich ricotta and spinach filling. Spread a mixture of spinach and ricotta over four pancakes, fold into triangles and layer together in a traybake, covered with tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella cheese.
7. Asparagus pancakes with smoked salmon
Fancy a lighter brunch dish for dinner? Pack in your greens with these asparagus pancakes with a side of smoked salmon. Cook asparagus spears until tender, then spoon pancake batter into a hot pan and add the asparagus on top. Serve with a generous dollop of sour cream and a squeeze of zingy lemon juice. Discover our how to cook asparagus guide.
8. Okonomiyaki
This Japanese dinner pancake is a great way to use up leftovers around the kitchen. It’s loaded with shredded cabbage and pork belly pieces and topped with a sweet sauce, creamy mayo, crunchy spring onion, nori strips and a sprinkle of katsuobushi.
9. Ham & cheese pancakes
These simple ham and cheese pancakes are sure to please a crowd. Fill some freshly made crêpes with diced smoked ham and melty gruyère cheese, then fold into quarters and scatter with chopped chives. They’ll go down a treat with kids and adults alike.
10. Smash burger pancakes
This savoury dish combines the comforting fluffiness of pancakes with the hearty flavours of a classic burger. The pancakes act as a unique base, layered with juicy burger patties, melted cheese, gherkins, and a drizzle of tangy burger sauce.
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