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Salmon Quiche with Asparagus and Leeks

17/11/2023

I will be happy to help you prepare a Salmon Quiche with Asparagus and Leeks. Here’s how to make a version with an Italian twist.

Ingredients

For the shortcrust pastry:

  • 200 g of type 00 flour
  • 100 g of cold butter, cubed
  • 1 egg
  • A pinch of salt

For the filling:

  • 200 g of smoked salmon
  • 1 bunch of fresh asparagus
  • 1 medium-sized leek
  • 3 eggs
  • 200 ml of fresh cream
  • 50 ml of milk
  • 50 g of grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Butter and flour for the mold

Preparation

  1. Start with the shortcrust pastry: in a bowl, mix the flour with the cold butter until you get a sandy mixture. Add the egg and a pinch of salt and knead until it forms a smooth ball. Wrap it in plastic wrap and let it rest in the fridge for about 30 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, clean the asparagus by removing the toughest part of the stem and cut them into pieces. Blanch them in salted boiling water for about 2-3 minutes, then drain and plunge them into ice water to maintain the color.

  3. Clean and slice the leek, then let it wilt in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil or a knob of butter.

  4. Roll out the shortcrust pastry into a thin layer and line a previously buttered and floured quiche mold. Prick the bottom with a fork.

  5. In a bowl, beat the eggs with cream and milk, add Parmesan, salt and pepper, and mix everything well.

  6. Spread the smoked salmon, asparagus, and leek over the shortcrust pastry.

  7. Pour the egg and cream mixture over the filling and level it well.

  8. Bake at 180°C for about 30-35 minutes or until the surface of the quiche is golden brown and the filling is set.

  9. Remove the quiche from the oven and let it rest a few minutes before serving.

Curiosity

Quiche is a specialty of French cuisine that has spread to many countries around the world with local variations. Although this recipe uses salmon, it’s also possible to replace the fish with other ingredients such as ham, zucchini, or various cheeses to offer a different taste each time.

Here you go, a delicious recipe full of flavors!

Salmon Quiche with Asparagus and Leeks