Tarte Flambée (Elsässer Flammkuchen)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Tarte Flambée (Elsässer Flammkuchen) Recipe to Impress Your Guests
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

200 g flour ( about7 oz )
2 tablespoons oil
125 ml water
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon butter
200 g creme fraiche ( or sour cream )
200 g onions , sliced
100 g bacon , sliced thin
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
450
Sugar
3g
Fat
25g
Tarte Flambée (Elsässer Flammkuchen) is a traditional Alsatian dish that is similar to pizza. It is made with a thin bread crust, creme fraiche/sour cream, thinly sliced onions, and bacon. It is usually baked in a wood-fired oven and served hot. The dish is perfect for entertaining guests or for a cozy night in.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 250C/480F.
2.In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt together.
3.Add the oil and water to the bowl and mix until the dough comes together.
4.Place the dough on a floured surface and roll it out to a thin rectangle.
5.Spread creme fraiche/sour cream over the dough leaving an inch from the edges.
6.Top with bacon slices and sliced onions.
7.Season with salt and pepper.
8.Dot with butter and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the edges of the dough are golden brown.

PROS

Tarte Flambée (Elsässer Flammkuchen) is a popular French dish with a crispy crust and delicious toppings.
It is also easy and quick to make.

It can be enjoyed as a main dish or an appetizer with friends and family.

CONS

This dish contains a lot of carbs and is not recommended for people who are on a low-carb diet.
It is also high in fat and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the high fat and calorie content, Tarte Flambée (Elsässer Flammkuchen) contains calcium, proteins, and other nutrients found in creme fraiche/sour cream. However, it should be eaten in moderation.
Onions have sulfur compounds that are linked to reducing the risk of cancer, improving heart health, and aiding in digestion. Bacon is high in protein, but it is also high in fat and sodium.

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