Crab and Leek Tart

A quintessential British tart featuring fresh crab and sautéed leeks in a homemade wholemeal pastry shell.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 497.6 kcals 2985.6 kcals
Carbohydrates 23.3 grams 139.8 grams
Fat 37.4 grams 224.4 grams
Protein 19.2 grams 115.2 grams
Cook Time
60 mins
Produces
6 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
125
g
Butter
cold and cubed
1
piece
Egg
free-range, beaten
15
g
Butter
knob for frying
300
ml
3
piece
Eggs
free-range, beaten
50
g
Mature Cheddar
finely grated
GrainsCereals
100
g
Plain Flour
plus extra for rolling
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground
Seafood
100
g
100
g
Vegetables
2
piece
Leeks
trimmed and thinly sliced

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Pulse flours and butter in a processor until they resemble breadcrumbs then blend in the egg.
  • Roll the pastry on a floured surface and line a 23cm tart tin.
  • Prick the base and chill the pastry in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Blind bake the case with parchment and beans for 25 minutes then without beans for 10 minutes.
  • Reduce the oven temperature to 180°C.
  • Sauté softened leeks in butter over low heat then set aside.
  • Whisk eggs with crème fraîche, salt, pepper, and brown crab meat.
  • Scatter leeks and white crab meat into the case and pour over the egg mixture.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 25 minutes until golden and just set.
  • Cool the tart in the tin for 15 minutes before serving.