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🦀 Cajun Crab Delight: Savory Crustless Quiche Recipe 🍳
🦀 Crustless Crabmeat Quiche Recipe 🦀
Description: Did someone say brunch? Well, this crustless crabmeat quiche is here to steal the show! 🍳 With a delightful blend of fresh crabmeat, savory endive, and a hint of cajun seasoning, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering! 😋
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | unsalted butter |
| 3 | Belgian endive |
| – | salt |
| – | white pepper |
| 1 | fresh crabmeat |
| 3 | eggs |
| 3/4 | all-purpose flour |
| 2 | milk |
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over high heat.
- Add Belgian endive, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste, and sauté for 4 minutes.
- Remove the sautéed endive from the pan and allow it to chill.
- Preheat your oven to a toasty 450°F (230°C).
- Butter up a 9-inch pie plate or a quiche pan without a removable bottom.
- Now, it’s time to prepare the star of the show—our fresh crabmeat! Make sure to remove all bits of shell and cartilage, then place the crabmeat into the bottom of the prepared pie plate.
- Layer the chilled sautéed endive over the crabmeat.
- In a mixing bowl, crack open those eggs, add in the flour, milk, and a pinch of salt, then beat until everything is well combined.
- Pour this delightful mixture over the crabmeat and endive in the pie plate, ensuring it’s evenly distributed.
- Pop the quiche into the preheated oven and let it bake for a tantalizing 35 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Once done, remove your masterpiece from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Serve your crustless crabmeat quiche hot or warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
🌟 Tips & Tricks:
- 🌿 Feel free to customize this quiche with your favorite herbs or veggies! Spinach, as Geema suggests, would be a delightful addition.
- 🧀 For an extra touch of indulgence, sprinkle some grated cheese on top before baking.
- 🥂 Pair this quiche with a crisp green salad and a glass of chilled white wine for a perfect brunch experience.
- 🦐 If fresh crabmeat isn’t available, you can also use canned crabmeat, just make sure to drain it well before using.
- ⏰ Need to make it ahead of time? This quiche can be prepared a day in advance and reheated in the oven before serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions:
- This crustless crabmeat quiche makes for a delightful centerpiece at any brunch gathering.
- Slice it into wedges and serve alongside fresh fruit salad for a balanced meal.
- Pair it with some crusty bread or flaky croissants for a complete brunch spread that will impress your guests.
So, there you have it! A mouthwatering crustless crabmeat quiche recipe that’s bound to become a favorite at your brunch table. Give it a try, and let the flavors speak for themselves! 🦀✨ Enjoy! 🍽️
