alsatian Recipes
5 delicious alsatian recipes from around the world
Carpe à la Juive (Alsatian Jewish-Style Carp)
A classic Alsatian Jewish Shabbat and Rosh Hashanah dish. Whole carp is gently poached in a flavorful court-bouillon, then chilled in the resulting gelatinous broth until set. The dish is served cold, allowing the natural collagen from the fish to create a delicate jelly, offering a unique sweet and sour flavor profile.
Choucroute Garnie
A hearty Alsatian specialty featuring sauerkraut slow-braised with a generous assortment of cured and smoked meats, and tender potatoes. This dish embodies the rich, comforting flavors of Alsace.
Flammkuchen (Alsatian Flatbread)
A traditional Alsatian specialty, Flammkuchen is a paper-thin, crispy flatbread topped with a creamy mixture of crème fraîche, thinly sliced onions, and savory bacon lardons. It's a delightful balance of textures and flavors, perfect as an appetizer or a light meal.
Quiche Alsacienne (Alsatian Onion Tart)
A classic Alsatian quiche featuring deeply caramelized onions suspended in a rich, creamy custard, baked in a buttery pastry crust. This is the original, simpler version of quiche before the addition of lardons made it 'Lorraine'.
Tarte Flambée (Flammekueche)
An authentic Alsatian flatbread, Tarte Flambée, also known as Flammekueche, features a remarkably thin, crispy crust topped with a creamy mixture of crème fraîche and fromage blanc, thinly sliced onions, and savory lardons. It's traditionally baked at very high heat, giving it characteristic charred edges.