Zwiebelkuchen
Dive into the heart of traditional German cuisine with this savory Zwiebelkuchen recipe—a deliciously fragrant onion tart that's perfect for cozy gatherings or as a showstopper at an Oktoberfest celebration. This rustic dish features a buttery, handmade crust filled with caramelized onions, crispy bacon, and a rich mixture of sour cream, eggs, and aromatic spices like nutmeg and caraway seeds. Topped with melted Gruyère or Emmental cheese, this comforting tart bakes to golden perfection in just under an hour. Zwiebelkuchen pairs beautifully with a crisp glass of white wine or a refreshing German Riesling, making it an irresistible addition to your comfort food repertoire or an ideal highlight for your next German-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g All-purpose flour
- 125 g Unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp Water
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 kg Yellow onions
- 200 g Bacon
- 200 g Sour cream
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Caraway seeds
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Nutmeg
- 100 g Cheese (Gruyère or Emmental)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (390 degrees Fahrenheit).
In a mixing bowl, combine 250g of flour, 125g of butter, 3 tbsp of water, and 1 tsp of salt. Mix until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
While the dough chills, peel and slice 1kg of onions into thin rings. Slice 200g of bacon into pieces.
In a large pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the fat in the pan.
Add onions to the pan and sauté over medium-low heat until they become soft and caramelized, about 20 minutes.
In a bowl, whisk together 200g of sour cream, 3 large eggs, 1 tsp of caraway seeds, 1 tsp of pepper, and 0.5 tsp of nutmeg.
Once the onions are ready, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Then, mix them with the bacon and egg mixture.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch springform pan or tart pan.
Pour the onion mixture into the prepared crust, spreading evenly.
Grate 100g of cheese and sprinkle it over the top of the pie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade Zwiebelkuchen!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4205 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 268.1 g | 344% | |
| Saturated Fat | 137.8 g | 689% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1222 mg | 407% | |
| Sodium | 6842 mg | 297% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 306.4 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.3 g | ||
| Protein | 161.5 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1684 mg | 130% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 3106 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
