Rice Quiche Lorraine
Indulge in a delicious twist on classic quiche with our Rice Quiche Lorraine! This delightful dish is not only gluten-free but also packed with protein, thanks to a hearty base of seasoned rice and creamy cheese. Whip it up easily using fresh eggs and crispy bacon for a satisfying meal that's perfect for brunch or a light dinner!
Prep
15
min
Cook
45
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1 leek
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- Bacon or ham
🥛Dairy & Eggs(4)
- 2 eggs
- 3 eggs for the quiche mixture
- 20cl of liquid cream (6.76 fl oz)
- Mozzarella or grated cheese
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- Rice
🧂Spices & Seasonings(2)
- Italian spice mix
- Salt and pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Pre-bake the tart base for 15 minutes at 200°C.
- 2
Then bake again for about 35-45 minutes at 180°C.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Pre-bake your rice-based tart crust at 200°C for exactly 15 minutes to set the starches and create a moisture barrier that prevents the custard from making it soggy.technique200°C for 15 minutes
- ✓Lower the oven temperature to 180°C for the final bake because eggs coagulate at 60-65°C and higher temps cause the proteins to contract and squeeze out moisture, creating a rubbery texture.timing180°C, 35-45 minutes
- ✓Use day-old cooked rice for the crust base because it has lost 15-20% moisture content, making it bind better and preventing a mushy texture when mixed with eggs.ingredient15-20% moisture loss
- ✓Dock your rice crust with a fork every inch to prevent steam pockets from forming during blind baking, which can cause uneven rising and structural weakness.technique1-inch intervals
- ✓Test doneness by inserting a knife 1 inch from the center - it should come out clean because the center will continue cooking from residual heat for 3-5 minutes after removal.timing1 inch from center
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Prep
15
min
Cook
45
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Rice Quiche Lorraine
Indulge in a delicious twist on classic quiche with our Rice Quiche Lorraine! This delightful dish is not only gluten-free but also packed with protein, thanks to a hearty base of seasoned rice and creamy cheese. Whip it up easily using fresh eggs and crispy bacon for a satisfying meal that's perfect for brunch or a light dinner!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1 leek
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- Bacon or ham
🥛Dairy & Eggs(4)
- 2 eggs
- 3 eggs for the quiche mixture
- 20cl of liquid cream (6.76 fl oz)
- Mozzarella or grated cheese
🫙Pantry Staples(1)
- Rice
🧂Spices & Seasonings(2)
- Italian spice mix
- Salt and pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Pre-bake the tart base for 15 minutes at 200°C.
- 2
Then bake again for about 35-45 minutes at 180°C.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Pre-bake your rice-based tart crust at 200°C for exactly 15 minutes to set the starches and create a moisture barrier that prevents the custard from making it soggy.technique200°C for 15 minutes
- ✓Lower the oven temperature to 180°C for the final bake because eggs coagulate at 60-65°C and higher temps cause the proteins to contract and squeeze out moisture, creating a rubbery texture.timing180°C, 35-45 minutes
- ✓Use day-old cooked rice for the crust base because it has lost 15-20% moisture content, making it bind better and preventing a mushy texture when mixed with eggs.ingredient15-20% moisture loss
- ✓Dock your rice crust with a fork every inch to prevent steam pockets from forming during blind baking, which can cause uneven rising and structural weakness.technique1-inch intervals
- ✓Test doneness by inserting a knife 1 inch from the center - it should come out clean because the center will continue cooking from residual heat for 3-5 minutes after removal.timing1 inch from center