Follow these steps for perfect results
whole wheat flour
salt
vegetable oil
butter cold
cold water
cooking spray
chile pepper poblano
grilled, peeled, and seeded
onion
in half-moons
scallions
with tops, minced
salt
black pepper
ground
low fat evaporated milk
ground mustard
eggs
ground nutmeg
mozzarella cheese
shredded
Parmesan cheese
Preheat the oven to 210 Celsius.
In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, salt, and vegetable oil.
Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add cold water and mix with your hands to form a ball of dough.
Press the dough into the bottom of a pie pan.
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and fill with uncooked rice to weigh it down.
Bake for 10 minutes, then remove the rice and plastic wrap.
Return the crust to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes.
In a skillet, sauté the onion and poblano pepper in cooking spray until the onion begins to brown.
Add the minced scallions and season with salt and pepper.
Cook for 2 minutes and set aside.
In a separate bowl, mix the eggs, mustard, evaporated milk, and ground nutmeg.
Lightly season with salt and pepper.
Place the sautéed onion and poblano pepper on the prebaked crust.
Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and cheese.
Dust with Parmesan cheese.
Increase oven temperature to 200 C.
Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the quiche is firm to the touch.
Let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Roast the poblano pepper over an open flame for the best smoky flavor.
Use different cheeses for varied flavor profiles.
Add other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach to the filling.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.
Serve warm, sliced into wedges. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro or a drizzle of crema.
Serve with a side salad for a light lunch.
Pair with a fruit salad for brunch.
Pairs well with the smoky pepper and creamy texture.
A refreshing complement to the Mexican-inspired flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Poblanos are a staple in Mexican cuisine.
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