Description
This delicious and easy-to-make tortilla quiche combines the flaky texture of tortillas with a savory egg custard filled with cheese, vegetables, and optional sausage. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dinner, it features a crispy tortilla base and a creamy, flavorful filling baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 4 medium flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for a gluten-free option)
Filling
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free milk alternative)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled beef or chicken sausage (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the quiche evenly.
- Prepare the tortilla crust: Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish. Arrange the tortillas to cover the bottom and sides of the dish, trimming any excess overhang to fit. For a crispier crust, you can pre-bake the tortillas for about 5 minutes before adding the filling.
- Make the egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until smooth and well combined, creating the custard base for the quiche.
- Assemble the quiche: Evenly spread the diced bell peppers, chopped spinach, diced onions, and cooked sausage (if using) over the tortilla crust. Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and meat, then sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges turn golden brown. This ensures the quiche is cooked through and has a pleasant texture.
- Cool & serve: Allow the quiche to rest for 5 to 10 minutes after baking to firm up, making it easier to slice. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives before serving warm to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a gluten-free crust, use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
- Pre-baking the tortilla crust for 5 minutes results in a crispier texture.
- The sausage is optional; omit for a vegetarian version, or substitute with cooked mushrooms or tofu.
- You can customize the vegetables according to your preference or seasonal availability.
- Letting the quiche rest before slicing helps prevent it from falling apart.
