Cod and Parsley Flan

A savory seafood tart featuring flaky cod, fresh parsley, and cheddar cheese in a homemade shortcrust pastry.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 1113.1 kcals 4452.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 56.1 grams 224.5 grams
Fat 71.5 grams 286.2 grams
Protein 60.7 grams 242.8 grams
Cook Time
55 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
100
g
Butter
Chopped and softened
1
piece
Egg Yolk
For pastry
600
ml
4
piece
Egg Yolk
For filling
1
piece
Egg
Whole
125
ml
100
g
Cheddar Cheese
Mature, grated
GrainsCereals
225
g
Liquids
3
tbsp
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
1
piece
1
1
Black Pepper
Freshly ground
1
bunch
Parsley
Fresh, finely chopped
Seafood
700
g
Cod
Skinned and pin bones removed
Vegetables
60
g
Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Drained, dried, finely chopped

Steps

  • Sift flour and salt into a bowl and rub in softened butter with egg yolk and iced water.
  • Knead the mixture lightly until soft and smooth.
  • Chill the pastry while preparing the filling.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Place cod fillets, bay leaf, pepper, and mustard into a pan.
  • Pour in milk, bring to a boil, and simmer gently for three minutes.
  • Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Whisk egg yolks and the whole egg in a bowl until well beaten.
  • Stir in cream, cheese, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Flake the cod into the mixture and stir in the milk, parsley, and tomatoes.
  • Chill the filling for 30 minutes.
  • Roll out pastry and line a 30cm flan ring.
  • Prick the base, line with paper and beans, then bake blind for 15 minutes.
  • Remove weights and bake for five more minutes, then reduce oven to 180°C.
  • Pour filling into the case and bake for 30 minutes until golden.