Crêpes are "one of the most versatile edibles in the cooking world," Child explains during an edition of "The Way to Cook," a "video-book" based on Child's cookbook of the same name. Like a YouTube channel before such a thing existed, episodes of "The Way to Cook" feature a charismatic Child walking the audience through recipes from her book, with references to the recipe card numbers so that viewers can follow along at home using their cookbook. When Child reaches the crêpe card, you can practically feel the viewers draw their collective breath; crêpes are an essential element of French cuisine, and to do them Julia's way is to learn from a master.
After establishing a traditional base of water, flour, melted butter, and salt, the chef pours something unexpected into the mix. Is that a bottle of syrup in her hand? Cognac, to French things up a bit? Nope. "Just because I like the taste," Child explains, "I'm going to put in two or three drops of dark sesame oil." Of course, if this shocks you, Child assures "You don't have to put it in at all." But as usual, she is on to something.
As The Spruce Eats points out, dark sesame oil has a nutty flavor, adding a kick to whatever dish it graces with its presence. And if you don't have any on hand, here are 10 substitutes for sesame oil you may have.
The Unexpected Ingredient Julia Child Used In Crêpes - Mashed
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