Rührküche

Rührküche is a savory German oven-baked cake, often called a 'quiche without the crust,' made by mixing eggs, flour, milk, and oil or butter into a batter and folding in fillings like vegetables, cheese, and meats. It's a versatile, rustic dish from Germany, popular as a quick weeknight meal or a light lunch.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It's a balanced dish, providing carbohydrates from the flour, protein from the eggs and cheese, and fat from the dairy and oil. A typical slice offers around 250-350 calories, along with key nutrients like calcium, iron, and B vitamins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	450 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Vitamin A	120 µg RAE
Vitamin B12	0.8 µg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Selenium	15 µg
Vitamin D	1.0 µg
Folate	45 µg DFE

Per 1 slice (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes Rührküche unique is its incredible adaptability; it's a 'clean-out-the-fridge' dish where almost any leftover vegetable, herb, or cooked meat can be incorporated. Nutritionally, it's a clever way to pack a variety of vegetables into a single, satisfying meal.