Savory Caramelized Onion & Camembert Quiche
Delight your senses with this savory quiche combining the sweet notes of caramelized onions with the creamy richness of Camembert cheese. Perfect for a delightful lunch or a gourmet snack, this quiche is enveloped in a flaky shortcrust pastry, creating a balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for both casual and special occasions.
4
Servings
238 kcal
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
frozen shortcrust pastry
1 sheet (thawed)
onion
1 (sliced)
balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon
brown sugar
2 teaspoons
light Camembert cheese
100 g (thinly sliced)
fresh parsley
2 tablespoons (chopped)
low-fat milk
3/4 cup
eggs
2
salt
to taste
pepper
to taste
olive oil spray
for frying
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2
Lay the thawed sheet of shortcrust pastry into a 20cm quiche tin, gently pushing it into the corners. Trim any excess pastry from the edges, then place the pastry-lined tin in the fridge to rest for 15 minutes.
3
Line the pastry with crumpled foil or parchment paper and fill with baking beans or rice to weight down. Blind bake the pastry for 5-10 minutes until it's beginning to set but not colored. Carefully remove the foil and weights.
4
Lightly spray a frying pan with olive oil and set over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it starts to soften.
5
Pour in the balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with brown sugar over the onions. Stir regularly, letting the onions cook for another 5 minutes or until they are soft, caramelized, and slightly sticky.
6
Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the base of the partly baked pastry case. Arrange the slices of Camembert cheese uniformly on top, then sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.
7
In a bowl, whisk together the low-fat milk and eggs, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Carefully pour this egg mixture over the filling in the pastry shell.
8
Return the quiche to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Look for a golden top and a firm set filling.
9
Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information
12 g
Fat
21.25 g
Carbs
9.5 g
Protein
1.5 g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Savory Caramelized Onion & Camembert Quiche?
It is a savory dish that combines sweet caramelized onions with creamy Camembert cheese in a flaky shortcrust pastry.
What are the key ingredients for the filling?
The filling features sliced onions, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, light Camembert cheese, fresh parsley, eggs, and milk.
What type of pastry is required?
The recipe calls for one sheet of frozen shortcrust pastry, which should be thawed before use.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 180 degrees Celsius or 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
How do I prepare the quiche tin?
Lay the thawed pastry into a 20cm quiche tin, pushing it into the corners and trimming any excess edges.
How long should the pastry rest in the fridge?
The pastry-lined tin should rest in the fridge for 15 minutes before blind baking.
What is the process for blind baking the pastry?
Line the pastry with foil or parchment, fill with weights like beans, and bake for 5-10 minutes until it begins to set.
What can I use to weigh down the pastry during blind baking?
You can use baking beans or uncooked rice to weight down the pastry.
How long should the blind bake last?
The blind bake should last between 5 to 10 minutes until the pastry is set but not yet colored.
How do I sauté the onion?
Lightly spray a pan with olive oil and sauté the sliced onion over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until soft.
What adds the sweet and tangy flavor to the onions?
Balsamic vinegar and brown sugar are added to the onions to create a caramelized and slightly sticky texture.
How long do the onions cook with the balsamic mixture?
The onions should cook for about 5 minutes until they are soft and caramelized.
How should the caramelized onions be added to the pastry?
Spread the onions evenly over the base of the partly baked pastry case.
What cheese is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 100 grams of light Camembert cheese.
How should the Camembert cheese be prepared?
The Camembert cheese should be thinly sliced before being arranged uniformly on top of the onions.
When do I add the parsley?
Sprinkle two tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley on top of the Camembert cheese slices before adding the egg mixture.
What ingredients make up the egg mixture?
The liquid filling consists of 3/4 cup of low-fat milk whisked together with two eggs.
How do I season the egg mixture?
Season the milk and egg mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
How long does the quiche bake in the oven?
The assembled quiche should bake for 20-25 minutes.
What is the visual indicator that the quiche is ready?
The quiche is ready when it has a golden top and the filling is firmly set.
Should the quiche be served immediately after baking?
It is best to allow the quiche to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe is designed to serve 4 people.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains 238 kcal.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 12 grams of fat per serving.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
Each serving contains 21.25 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does one serving contain?
There are 9.5 grams of protein in each serving.
Does this recipe contain fiber?
Yes, there is 1.5 grams of fiber per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as vegetarian.
What are the suggested occasions for serving this quiche?
It is ideal for a delightful lunch, a gourmet snack, or special occasions.
How is the onion initially softened?
The sliced onion is sautéed in a pan with olive oil spray for 1-2 minutes until it starts to soften.