Caramelised Shallot Tatin

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 17
Caramelised Shallot Tatin: A Savory and Sweet French Tart Recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

200 g plain flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
100 g butter , cubed
1 egg yolk
50 g walnuts , finely chopped
1 kg shallot , peeled
25 g butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cumin seed
3 tablespoons dark muscovado sugar
1/2 lemon , zest of
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
456
Sugar
18g
Fat
29g
Caramelised Shallot Tatin is a French savoury and sweet tart that combines the flavours of soft and caramelised shallots with the crunchiness of chopped walnuts. The sweet and sticky glaze made with dark muscovado sugar and balsamic vinegar complements the savoury flavours of the shallots and creates a perfect balance. This tart is typically served as an appetizer, either hot or cold, and is perfect for entertaining guests.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/gas mark 5.
2.To make the pastry, pulse the flour, salt and butter in a food processor until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add the egg yolk and 2-3 tablespoons of cold water and pulse until the dough comes together. Turn out the pastry onto a floured surface and knead gently. Wrap the dough in cling film and chill for 20 minutes.
3.Once the pastry has chilled, roll it out on a floured surface to about 3mm thick and use it to line a 24cm loose-based fluted tart tin. Prick the base a few times with a fork, cover with baking paper and fill with baking beans. Blind bake for 15 minutes. Remove the baking paper and beans and bake for a further 5 minutes or until lightly golden.
4.While the pastry is baking, cook the shallots. Heat the butter and olive oil in a large frying pan over a low heat until the butter has melted. Add the shallots and cumin seeds and stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are very soft and caramelised.
5.Add the muscovado sugar, lemon zest and balsamic vinegar to the pan with the shallots. Cook on a medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sugar has melted and the shallots are coated in a sticky glaze.
6.Pour the shallot mixture into the tart case, sprinkle with the chopped walnuts and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool in the tin for 5-10 minutes before removing and serving warm.

PROS

Caramelised Shallot Tatin is a savoury and sweet French tart that is perfect for any occasion.
It is easy to make and can be served either hot or cold.

CONS

This recipe may be time-consuming to make as the pastry needs to be chilled before rolling and baking.
It is also high in calories and may not be suitable for people who are watching their weight.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shallots are low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals. They are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and manganese. Walnuts are high in Omega-3 fatty acids which are good for the heart. Balsamic vinegar is also a good source of antioxidants which can help reduce inflammation in the body.

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