Onion pie my easy way (German Zwiebelkuchen)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Onion Pie my Easy Way, a savory German dish perfect for any meal

Onion pie my easy way (German Zwiebelkuchen)

by The Chefin Pie

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

582

Sugar

Fat

47g

Onion Pie my Easy Way, also known in Germany as Zwiebelkuchen, is a savory pie made with puff pastry and a filling of leeks, ham, creme fraiche, and onion soup mix. This dish is traditional in the German region of Swabia, and it's usually served as a main course or appetizer with a glass of Federweisser, a sweet wine that pairs well with the dish. The Onion Pie my Easy Way is a very versatile dish, as its creamy and flavorful filling can be made with different ingredients like bacon, cheese, mushrooms, or potatoes.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	Take the puff pastry out of the fridge to thaw.
3.	In a mixing bowl, mix the creme fraiche, eggs, and onion soup mix together.
4.	Slice the leeks and cube the ham, then mix them into the creme fraiche mixture.
5.	Roll out the puff pastry and place it into a greased pie dish, trimming any excess pastry around the edges.
6.	Pour the creme fraiche mixture evenly into the pastry shell.
7.	Place the pie dish into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown.

PROS

Onion Pie my Easy Way is a delicious and savory dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for any meal.

The leeks and ham give the dish a great flavor and the creme fraiche mixture cooks up creamy and delicious.

Also, the Onion Pie my Easy Way can easily be reheated the next day for a quick lunch or dinner.

CONS

The Onion Pie my Easy Way is high in calories and fat, and can’t be considered as a healthy dish.

Also, if overcooked, the filling will become dry and the puff pastry will become tough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Onion Pie my Easy Way isn’t a healthy dish, it contains leeks which are high in vitamin K and folate, and can promote digestive health, weight loss, and heart health.
Ham is a good source of protein, but it is also high in sodium and should be consumed in moderation.

	1 medium leek , sliced
	50 g ham , cubed
	500 g creme fraiche or 500 g sour cream
	3 eggs
	1 envelope onion soup mix
	230 g puff pastry , thawed