Description
A halal-compliant French quiche with flaky crust, creamy custard, and umami-rich roasted mushrooms. A meat-free alternative to the traditional recipe, featuring authentic techniques and vibrant flavor.
Ingredients
Shortcrust pastry (halal), 9-10 inch circle
Large eggs, 4
Heavy cream (or oat milk), 1 cup
Onion, 2 medium
Portobello mushrooms, 6 large
Brie (halal), 4 oz
French mustard, 1 tbsp
Pinch of salt
Pinch of black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Press pastry into 9-inch tart pan; trim edges and prick bottom
Line crust with parchment paper and pie weights
Blind bake 10 minutes; remove parchment/weights
Sauté onions in oven until golden (12-15 minutes)
Roast mushrooms at 400°F for 15 minutes; add to onions with mustard
Whisk eggs, cream, salt, and pepper until smooth
Fold in crumbled Brie (optional: melt in oven first)
Pour custard over crust; bake 35 minutes or until center is tremblant
Notes
Use pie weights to prevent crust bubbling
For vegan version, substitute eggs with 2 flax eggs + 1 cup oat milk
Chill quiche for 10 minutes before serving
Store leftovers in fridge for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of quiche)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 210mg