Recipe: Cook this eggless vegetarian quiche lorraine today
Quiche lorraine, a revered French dish, has evolved to embrace different dietary inclinations. This vegetarian and eggless adaptation preserves the essence of the original, offering a delightful choice for those on plant-based diets. It's a contemporary twist on a classic, ensuring everyone can enjoy its rich flavors. Check out the recipe and let's get cooking!
Gather the following ingredients
For this recipe, you will need one cup of all-purpose flour, one-half teaspoon of salt, one-fourth cup of olive oil, and one-fourth cup of ice water for the crust. For the filling: one block (14 ounces) firm tofu, one tablespoon nutritional yeast, one-half teaspoon turmeric powder, one cup grated cheese alternative, one small onion (diced), and one cup chopped spinach.
Prepare the crust
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a bowl, mix one cup of all-purpose flour with half a teaspoon of salt. Blend in a quarter cup of olive oil until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Gradually add a quarter cup of ice water, stirring until dough forms. Press it into a nine-inch pie pan and bake for 10 minutes, until lightly golden.
Create the filling
Puree the tofu in a food processor until smooth. Mix in nutritional yeast and turmeric for an even color. Transfer to a bowl, and then fold in the grated cheese alternative, diced onion, and chopped spinach, ensuring the filling is well combined. This mixture is now ready to be layered into the quiche crust for baking.
Assemble quiche
Gently pour the tofu mixture into the prebaked crust, spreading it to the edges with a spatula for an even layer. If a more robust flavor is preferred, sprinkle a layer of cheese alternative on top. This not only adds depth to the taste but also contributes to a golden brown hue when baked, creating a visually appealing and delicious dish.
Bake the quiche
Place the quiche in a 350-degree Fahrenheit oven and bake for about 30 minutes. Once the filling is set and the top is golden brown, remove it from the oven. Let the quiche cool slightly, which will facilitate clean slicing. Serve the slices warm or at room temperature, catering to your preference for a comforting and savory dish.
