Brazilian recipe
Classic Savoury Quiche (Quiche)
A well-loved savoury tart that is a staple in Brazilian kitchens, featuring a crisp pastry shell filled with a rich, creamy ham and cheese custard.
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Ingredients
1 pack ready-rolled puff pastry
4 large eggs
1 tin single cream
1 pot natural yoghurt
2 small sachets grated parmesan cheese
300g mozzarella, sliced or cubed
250g ham, sliced or cubed
4 large eggs
1 tin single cream
1 pot natural yoghurt
2 small sachets grated parmesan cheese
300g mozzarella, sliced or cubed
250g ham, sliced or cubed
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets in the dairy, deli, or chilled pastry sections. If you cannot find ready-rolled puff pastry, a block of shortcrust pastry is an acceptable local alternative, though puff pastry remains the traditional choice for this recipe.
Preparation method
- Lightly whisk the eggs in a mixing bowl as you would for an omelette.
- Whisk the single cream, natural yoghurt, and one sachet of the parmesan into the beaten eggs.
- Stir the mixture thoroughly until you achieve a smooth, consistent custard base.
- Chop the mozzarella and ham into small cubes or strips if they aren't pre-cut.
- Fold the ham and mozzarella into the egg mixture until evenly distributed.
- Line a tart tin or quiche dish with the ready-rolled puff pastry, trimming any excess from the edges.
- Pour the savoury filling into the prepared pastry case.
- Sprinkle the remaining parmesan over the top of the quiche.
- Bake in a preheated oven at a moderate temperature until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
Observations
This classic quiche is a versatile and highly regarded dish in Brazilian cooking, perfectly bridging the gap between comfort food and culinary practicality. By pairing a flaky, crisp pastry base with a velvety, cheese-forward custard studded with ham, you get a meal that is just as suited to a quick afternoon bite as it is to a light, satisfying main course.
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