Vegetarian Flammekueche

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Author: Delphine Fortin
Prep Time: 45 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 53 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
Category: Appetizer
Diet: Vegetarian

Vegetarian flammekueche is a spin on the traditional dish originated from Alsace, and consisting on a thin crust topped with onions, crème fraîche and lardons, here replaced with smoked tofu.

Ingredients

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For the crust:

2 cups + 1 Tbsp (250g) all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup (50 ml) canola oil
⅔ cup (150 ml) water, lukewarm

For the filling:

2 yellow onions, sliced
2 Tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter, divided
5.3 ounces (150g) smoked tofu, cut into short strips*
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
3.5 ounces (100g) crème fraîche
3.5 ounces (100g) ricotta cheese**
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Freshly ground nutmeg (optional)

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Instructions

In the bowl of a stand processor equipped with the paddle attachment, mix together the flour, salt and canola oil. Slowly add the lukewarm water, and mix for a few minutes, until a smooth dough forms. Cover and place in the refrigerator while making the filling.
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Heat 1 Tablespoon butter in a large frying pan, and melt the onions on low-medium heat for about 5 minutes. Transfer to a clean plate and set aside.
Reusing the same pan, melt the remaining butter. Add the tofu strips*, smoked paprika, and saute for about 2-3 minutes, stirring often, until slightly golden.
Mix together crème fraîche and ricotta cheese in a bowl.
In a lightly floured surface, place the dough and divide in two equal parts. Roll each of them into a thin oval shape, and carefully transfer them onto the prepared baking sheet, side by side.
Spread the cheese and cream mixture over each dough, leaving a border all around. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg, then add the onions and smoked tofu strips.
Bake for about 8-10 minutes, until the crust is golden. It’s ready!

Notes

* Note about the smoked tofu. Make sure you choose “smoked” tofu, not plain tofu. To cut into short strips, slice your block of smoked tofu into slices, then cut each slice onto short strips, using the shorter side to do so.

** The original recipe calls for a mix of crème fraîche and so-called “fromage blanc”. If you live in France, you may want to replace ricotta cheese with it. Otherwise, ricotta works fine too.