Indulge in a culinary journey with our delectable Crab Quiche with Hollandaise, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This exquisite dish showcases a tender, flaky crust enveloping a creamy and succulent crab filling. Enriched with a silky Hollandaise sauce, this quiche is elevated to a masterpiece. Our article encompasses not only the classic Crab Quiche recipe but also a vegetarian Quiche for those seeking a meat-free option, and a Gluten-Free Quiche for those with dietary restrictions. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the secrets to crafting these exceptional quiches, perfect for any occasion.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CRABMEAT HOLLANDAISE
This is a wonderful recipe that I developed using my Hollandaise Sauce with one of my favorite things, which is crabmeat. If you have any questions, you may e-mail me: [email protected]
Provided by Alan Leonetti
Categories Crab
Time 40m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- DIRECTIONS FOR HOLLANDAISE SAUCE:.
- In a double boiler or a stainless steel bowl set over a pot of simmering water over medium heat, whisk together the egg yolks with the lemon juice, water, prepared mustard and parsley.
- Season with a dash of salt and pepper.
- Continue to whisk the mixture until it is a pale yellow and slightly thick.
- Remove the bowl from the pot and whisk vigorously.
- Add the melted butter, 1 teaspoon at a time, continuing to whisk, until all is incorporated.
- DIRECTIONS FOR CRABMEAT:.
- Place crabmeat into large mixing bowl.
- Add unseasoned bread crumbs, eggs, butter, flour, heavy whipping cream, Port Wine or Cream Sherry, 1/2 of the Hollandaise Sauce, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, tarragon, Old Bay Seasoning & parsley flakes.
- Mix well with large spoon.
- Place into a well-greased oven-proof baking dish.
- Sprinkle top with additional bread crumbs & evenly spread the remaining sauce over the top.
- Finally, sprinkle the top with paprika.
- Place, uncovered, into preheated 400 degree oven 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1757.4, Fat 157.6, SaturatedFat 94.4, Cholesterol 1027.3, Sodium 3311.2, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 5.8, Protein 46.5
CRAB QUICHE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450°. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge.Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake for 5 minutes; remove foil. Bake 5 minutes longer. Immediately sprinkle 1/2 cup cheese over crust., Reduce heat to 375°. In a skillet, saute red pepper and onions in butter until tender. , In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, salt and pepper. Stir in the crab, red pepper mixture and remaining cheese. Pour into crust., Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 15 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 432mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.
WINNING CRAB QUICHE
Crabmeat is very plentiful here in Maryland, and this dish is one of my favorite ways to eat it. My sister-in-law Darlene gave me this recipe, and that simple gesture helped make me feel part of the family.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, flour, eggs and milk. Stir in the crab, onion, parsley and cheese. Spoon into the pastry shell. , Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 27g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 485mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.
CRAB QUICHE
My husband loves quiche and he asked me if I could try to make him one. I decided to try a crab quiche, and it was gone in one sitting. You won't be disappointed!
Provided by JIMZGRL
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Eggs
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake the pie crust for about 10 minutes, until just starting to brown. Remove from the oven, and allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Stir in shredded cheese, onion and imitation crab. Pour into the pie shell.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, then turn off the oven, but leave the door closed. Leave quiche in the oven for an additional 20 to 30 minutes until firm. This will give it a smoother texture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 154.1 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 691 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
Tips:
- Use fresh crab meat for the best flavor. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it completely before using.
- Don't overcook the quiche. The filling should be set, but still slightly soft in the center.
- Serve the quiche warm or at room temperature. It can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk in the quiche filling.
- Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as chives, parsley, or dill, to the quiche filling for extra flavor.
- If you don't have a quiche pan, you can use a regular pie plate. Just be sure to trim the excess dough around the edges.
- For a gluten-free quiche, use a gluten-free pie crust.
- Serve the quiche with a side of salad or roasted vegetables.
Conclusion:
Crab quiche is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With its creamy filling, flaky crust, and rich hollandaise sauce, crab quiche is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love