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Flammkuchen

Cultural Context

Flammkuchen, or Tarte Flambée, hails from the Alsace region of France and is traditionally made by bakers to test the heat of their ovens. This dish combines a thin, crispy crust with a creamy topping of onions and bacon, reflecting the region's rustic culinary roots. It is a beloved dish at gatherings and festivals, often served with local wines. Today, variations abound worldwide, with toppings ranging from vegetables to gourmet cheeses, showcasing its versatility and global appeal.

AlsatianFRAlsacemain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
200 g gluten-free flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon psyllium husk
125 ml water
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion
150 g streaky bacon
200 ml creme fraiche

creme fraiche

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt provides a lighter option while maintaining creaminess.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked ham

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while smoked ham is often more affordable.

1

Slice one large onion into very thin half-moon slices.

2

Cut 150 g of streaky bacon into thin strips.

3

For the gluten-free dough, mix 200 g of gluten-free flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of psyllium husk in a bowl.

4

In a jug, combine 125 ml of water, 1 teaspoon of white wine vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

5

Add the liquid mixture to the flour mixture and mix until it comes together.

6

Roll out the gluten-free dough as thin as possible on a lightly floured surface.

7

Place the rolled-out dough onto a sheet of baking paper.

8

Preheat the oven to 230°C with a fan or 250°C without a fan, placing the tray in the oven to heat up.

9

Spread 200 ml of creme fraiche evenly over the rolled-out dough.

10

Sprinkle salt and pepper over the creme fraiche.

11

Add the sliced onions and bacon on top of the creme fraiche.

12

Remove the hot tray from the oven and transfer the topped flatbread onto it.

13

Bake in the preheated oven until crispy.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking paperoven tray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Tarte Flambée
Local Name: Flammekueche

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