Tarte Tatin with Caramelized Vegetables and Mozzarella

8 servings

70 minutes

Tarte Tatin with vegetables in caramel and mozzarella is an exquisite embodiment of Mediterranean cuisine, where the traditional French upside-down pie meets the vibrant aromas of roasted vegetables. Golden caramel, with its subtle notes of wine vinegar, envelops potatoes, sweet potatoes, parsnips, and onions, creating a delightful balance of sweet and savory. Creamy mozzarella adds softness while sage and oregano enhance the depth of flavor. The fluffy puff pastry is baked to a crispy crust and then the pie is flipped over to reveal a captivating symphony of textures. This tart is the perfect choice for a cozy dinner or elegant treat, offering a gastronomic journey into the sunny atmosphere of the Mediterranean.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 380.4
• Proteins: 8.3g
• Fats: 18.8g
• Carbohydrates: 48.3g

Ingredients

• Potato: 2 pc
• Sweet potato: 2 pc
• Parsnip: 2 pc
• Onion: 1 head
• Garlic: 4 clove
• Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Coarse salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• Sugar: 0.8 glass
• White wine vinegar: 1 tbsp
• Sage leaves: 1 tbsp
• Fresh oregano leaves: 1 tbsp
• Yeast puff pastry: 250 g
• Wheat flour: to taste
• Mozzarella cheese: 170 g

Cooking steps

1. Peel all the vegetables and cut them into small circles. Peel the garlic and cut it in half.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 2 pieces
   • Sweet potato: 2 pieces
   • Parsnip: 2 pieces
   • Onion: 1 head
   • Garlic: 4 cloves

2. Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.

3. In a large bowl, mix the vegetables, olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper. Mix well. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast until tender, about 45 minutes. Let cool slightly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Meanwhile, mix 2 tablespoons of water and sugar in a pan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook the caramel without stirring for about 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar, adding 1/4 teaspoon of salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 0.8 glass
   • White wine vinegar: 1 tablespoon
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

5. Pour the caramel into a glass rectangular mold and smooth it out. Sprinkle with sage and oregano.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sage leaves: 1 tablespoon
   • Fresh oregano leaves: 1 tablespoon

6. Top with baked vegetables and sprinkle with grated mozzarella.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mozzarella cheese: 170 g

7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Place the cheese inside, slightly pressing the edges inward.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour:  to taste
   • Yeast puff pastry: 250 g

8. Bake for 20 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 180 degrees and bake for another 15-20 minutes until done.

9. Cool for 10 minutes and carefully flip the pie onto a plate.