Best 3 Scallop Quiche Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to making a tantalizing scallop quiche. This delectable dish combines the succulent sweetness of scallops with a rich, creamy custard filling, encased in a flaky, golden-brown crust. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner, our collection of recipes caters to every palate and skill level. Explore variations such as the classic French scallop quiche, featuring a velvety béchamel sauce, or the modern twist of a smoked salmon and asparagus quiche, bursting with briny and earthy flavors. Discover the secrets to creating a light and airy crust, perfectly cooked scallops, and a luscious filling that will leave you craving more. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this versatile and utterly satisfying dish.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CRAB & SCALLOP QUICHE

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Easy to put together. Freezes well for parties or dinners weeks from now! Enough to make 2 - 9 inch quiche.

Provided by Chef Florida Janie

Categories Savory Pies

Time 1h5m

Yield 16 8 slices per pie, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 prepared pie crusts
2 cups king crab meat
1 cup bay scallop
1 (12 ounce) can Carnation Evaporated Milk
6 eggs
16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
16 ounces shredded swiss cheese
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon black pepper

Steps:

Set aside the pie crust. If its frozen, let thaw to room temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, add all ingredients. You may subsitute shrimp or lobster for any of the above seafood.
Mix all ingredients well and pour into pie crusts.
Bake 20 minutes at 400 degrees until the edges of the pie crust are nice and brown. Ovens may vary so watch your crust so it doesn't burn.
Bake an additional 35 minutes at 350 until the top of the quiche is nice and bubbly and a bit brown. Again, ovens may vary, so you'll know they are done when you test witha fork or knife and it comes out clean.
Cool on a cooloing rack for 20-30 minutes before serving.
This recipe should make 2- 9 inch quiche. So, you can always freeze one for later! Wrap tightly and freeze cooked quiche up to 4 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.5, Fat 28.3, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 135.3, Sodium 888.8, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.6, Protein 21.7

SCALLOP QUICHE

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I love scallops this way. Great brunch recipe. The cook time includes both the time to pre-bake the crust and the final baking time.

Provided by pines506

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

9 inches pie crusts
1 -1 1/2 cup raw bay scallops or 1 -1 1/2 cup sea scallops, cut into smaller pieces
1 -1 1/2 cup heavy cream
4 eggs
salt
fresh ground black pepper
thyme, to taste
3 tablespoons crumbled crisp bacon

Steps:

Bake the pie shell at 425F for 15-20 minutes, until the bottom is set and the edges are slightly browned.
Then brush with beaten egg yolk and bake another 2 minutes to seal the crust.
Arrange the scallops in the pastry.
Blend the heavy cream and eggs together to make a custard mixture and season with salt and pepper.
Add the thyme and bacon.
Pour over scallops.
Bake at 350°F until the custard is barely set, about 30 minutes.
A knife inserted at the center should come out clean.
Note: Do not overcook or the custard will curdle and become watery.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.4, Fat 43.6, SaturatedFat 19.4, Cholesterol 315, Sodium 487, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 0.5, Protein 20.9

SCALLOP QUICHE RECIPE

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Provided by Tiller

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 eggs beaten
1\2 cup flour
1\2 tsp baking powder
1\4 tsp salt
1 cup milk
1 1\2 cups scallops, cut if large
1 cup mushrooms sliced
2 tsp onions, chopped
1\2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1\2 cup mozzarella cheese , grated

Steps:

Blend eggs, flour, baking powder, salt and milk and put in a greased deep pie plate. Press scallops, mushrooms, onions, cheeses into egg mixture. Bake in oven for 45 minutes at 350* Allow 10 minutes to set after baking.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your quiche.
Choose a good-quality pastry dough. You can use store-bought or homemade dough.
Don't overcook the quiche. It should be cooked until the center is just set.
Let the quiche cool slightly before slicing and serving. This will help the quiche to hold its shape.
Serve the quiche with a side salad or soup.

Conclusion:

Scallop quiche is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a scallop quiche that will impress your friends and family.