Lorraine pie with salmon and broccoli

6 servings

100 minutes

Lorraine pie with salmon and broccoli is a refined dish of French cuisine from the Lorraine region. Initially made with various meats, a more delicate fish version emerged over time. Salmon gives the pie a rich flavor, while broccoli adds lightness and freshness. The crispy crust, creamy filling, and melted cheese create a perfect texture combination. This pie is great for a cozy dinner or festive table, and its versatility allows enjoyment both hot and slightly cooled. Its success lies in the harmony of tender ingredients that create a delightful gastronomic experience.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 674.5
• Proteins: 33g
• Fats: 46.3g
• Carbohydrates: 34.7g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 250 g
• Butter: 125 g
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Water: 3 tbsp
• Cheese: 200 g
• Cream 20%: 200 g
• Lightly salted salmon: 400 g
• Broccoli cabbage: 200 g

Cooking steps

1. Cut the softened butter into small pieces and mix it with the flour to make crumbs.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 125 g
   • Wheat flour: 250 g

2. We form a mound by making a hollow. Into it, we crack 1 egg, add 3 tablespoons of water and salt. Mix everything thoroughly so that the dough doesn't stick to the hands; if it does, sprinkle a little flour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Water: 3 tablespoons

3. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

4. Take the dough out of the fridge. Take a mold (24 cm in diameter works, 28 cm is also fine). Spread the dough by hand in the mold, making edges about 3 cm high to prevent the filling from leaking.

5. Poke the dough with a fork, place baking paper on it with some legumes (I used beans as a weight), and bake the dough at 200 degrees for 15 minutes.

6. While the dough is baking, we prepare the filling and topping.

7. Filling: cut the salmon into small cubes. Boil the broccoli (take as much broccoli as you like, I boiled a pack of frozen broccoli — just bring to a boil and immediately remove from heat, using only 5 florets (about half a pack) in the pie.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lightly salted salmon: 400 g
   • Broccoli cabbage: 200 g

8. 150-200 ml of 20% cream, 200 grams of grated cheese, and 2 eggs. Whisk the eggs, add the cream and whisk a bit more, then add the cheese and whisk until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Cream 20%: 200 g
   • Cheese: 200 g

9. Take the dough out of the oven, spread the filling, add the topping, and place the pie in the oven at 200 degrees for 30-40 minutes.

10. Serve warm.