Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Brazilian Quiche (Quiche Tradicional)
A classic, crowd-pleasing Brazilian quiche recipe perfect for a quick lunch or a light, satisfying meal. Features a flaky pastry crust and a rich, creamy ham and cheese filling.
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Ingredients
1 packet of ready-to-use puff pastry
4 large eggs
1 tin of table cream (creme de leite)
1 pot of plain natural yogurt
2 small packets of grated parmesan cheese
300 g of mozzarella cheese, sliced or cubed
250 g of ham, sliced or cubed
4 large eggs
1 tin of table cream (creme de leite)
1 pot of plain natural yogurt
2 small packets of grated parmesan cheese
300 g of mozzarella cheese, sliced or cubed
250 g of ham, sliced or cubed
Where to find ingredients
Puff pastry: Available in the freezer section of most supermarkets. Table cream (creme de leite): Often found in the baking or international aisles; if unavailable, use a heavy cream or a mix of heavy cream and evaporated milk. Plain natural yogurt: Found in the dairy aisle. Parmesan and Mozzarella cheese: Available at any supermarket or deli counter. Ham: Sold by weight at the deli or in pre-packaged slices in the chilled meat aisle.
Preparation method
- Lightly whisk the eggs in a bowl until just combined, similar to preparing them for an omelette
- Whisk the table cream, natural yogurt, and one packet of grated parmesan into the beaten eggs
- Mix everything together thoroughly until you have a smooth, well-combined custard
- Slice the mozzarella and ham into small, bite-sized cubes or strips
- Gently fold the diced ham and mozzarella into the egg mixture until evenly distributed
- Line a tart tin or quiche dish with your ready-to-use puff pastry, pressing it gently into the sides
- Pour the creamy ham and cheese filling carefully over the pastry base
- Sprinkle the remaining grated parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the quiche
- Bake in a preheated oven at a medium temperature until the top is beautifully golden and bubbling
Observations
This is a quintessential Brazilian-style quiche—a versatile and beloved staple in home kitchens, perfect for those who value both deep flavor and ease of preparation. The secret lies in the contrast between the buttery, flaky pastry and the luscious, cheesy filling loaded with ham. It is an ideal go-to dish for any time of day, whether you need a fast weeknight dinner or a simple, comforting meal that always hits the spot.
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