# Middle Eastern Chorizo Crepes This Spicy Crepe Recipe Includes Many Different World Flavors By Alyson Wyers | Published 2017-05-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crepe-recipe References: [theartfuldesperado](http://www.theartfuldesperado.com/chorizo-shawarma-crepes-with-lemon-tahini/) & [lacrema](http://www.lacrema.com/chorizo-shawarma-crepes-lemon-tahini/) These chorizo shawarma crepe recipe gives some international flair to the thin pancake. Created by Gabriel Carera from the food blog The Artful Desperado and featured on the La Crema website, the Chorizo Shawarma Crepes also come with lemon tahini sauce. The crepe recipe brings together Latin spice with the chorizo and Middle Eastern elements with the [shawarma meat preparation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redefine-meat-shawarma). North African spices like [za'atar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/za-atar-spice-blend), ras el hanout and cumin are also used in the filling. Instead of going with pita or other bread, the ingredients are held together by [crepes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-mille-crpes), introducing a light European pastry to the mix. The main course dish features a "very tangy and garlicky tahini sauce" as well, and is garnished with tomatoes and sprouts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **International Fusion:** Exploring the combination of different world flavors in recipes to create unique culinary experiences. - **Global Ingredient Incorporation:** Incorporating diverse ingredients from different cuisines into traditional dishes to introduce new tastes and textures. - **Creative Dish Pairings:** Experimenting with unexpected combinations of ingredients and techniques to create innovative and exciting meal options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity to develop and market innovative food products and recipes that combine diverse international flavors and techniques. - **Hospitality:** Introducing fusion dishes and international flavors to menus in hotels and restaurants to attract diverse and adventurous customers. - **Cooking and Recipe Platforms:** Creating online platforms and apps that showcase and provide recipes for fusion dishes, enabling home cooks to explore new flavors and cuisines. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory-Sweet Microwavable Crepes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-and-savory-crepes.md) - [Mediterranean-Style Shawarma Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cava-chicken-shawarma.md) - [Griddled Za’atar Flatbreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/griddled-zaatar.md) - [Viral Chocolate Brunch Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chocolate-crepe.md) - [Hybrid Griddled Taco Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quesotacos.md) - [Shawarma-Inspired Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-chicken-shawarma.md) - [Moroccan Brunch Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chef-mourad-lahlou.md) - [Cheesy Mediterranean Breakfast Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mediterranean-breakfast-burrito.md) - [Cheesecake-Filled Mexican Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/churro-cheesecake-tamales.md)