Description
Classic quiche from Southern Germany in combination with some fresh herbs that are usually used for a green sauce.
Ingredients
For the crust:
7 oz. (200g) all-purpose flour
3.5 oz. (100g) cold butter
1 tsp. salt
1 medium egg
4-5 tbsp. ice water
For the filling:
1 bunch spring onions
2 red onions
1 white onion
2 shallots
olive oil for frying
1/2 cup (120ml) Federweißer (or white wine)
3 medium eggs
3/4 cup (200ml) heavy cream
1/2 cup (100ml) milk
4 tbsp. herbs for “Frankfurter Grüne Soße”*
salt, pepper
1 pinch of turmeric
1 pinch of pimentón
*typically parsley, chives, sorrel, borage, cress, chervil, and salad burnet
Instructions
1. Add the flour, salt and cold butter in small pieces to a bowl. Use a pastry cutter to bring the flour and butter together until they form small crumbs. Add the egg and 4 tablespoons of the water and mix with a rummer spatula – you should get a soft dough (but not too soft). If it is not coming together, add another tablespoon of the water and more if needed. Form a flat disc and wrap in plastic wrap. Place in the fridge for about 1 hour.
2. Grease a 26cm tart tin with loose bottom. Roll out the dough and place in the tin – press to the bottom and sides to form a nice crust. Place in the fridge until the rest is done.
3. Wash the spring onions. Peel the onions and cut all into rings. Heat up a pan and add some olive oil. Sauté the onions for several minutes – they should get soft and look glossy but should not get dark or burnt. Season with salt and pepper. Add the Federweißer (or white wine), reduce the heat a bit and let cook for about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool down.
4. Preheat the oven to 200°C (390˚F). In a small bowl, mix the eggs with heavy cream, milk, and the herbs. Season with salt and pepper (a good amount), a pinch of turmeric, and pimentón. Take the tart tin out of the fridge and place the onions on the crust. Pour the egg mixture on top and bake for 40-45 minutes. Serve warm with some Federweißer or white wine.
Notes
Enjoy baking!