Tart with caramelized onions and olives
4 servings
30 minutes
Tart with caramelized onions and olives is a refined dish with a harmonious balance of sweetness and salty notes. The golden, tender caramelized onion reveals deep flavor nuances, while olives and anchovies add a savory richness. Although this recipe is presented as part of Chinese cuisine, its elegance and style evoke French gastronomy, where onion plays a key role in classic tartlets. This tart can be served as an appetizer or main dish; its crispy puff pastry perfectly complements the velvety filling. A wonderful option for a cozy dinner or festive table, it will delight lovers of sophisticated flavors and culinary experiments.
1
Preheat the oven to 220 degrees.
2
Heat butter and olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add sliced onions and thyme, and sauté until soft and golden for 10 minutes.
- Butter: 1 tablespoon
- Extra virgin olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 1 head
- Chopped fresh thyme: 2 tablespoons
3
On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 22x38 cm.
- Wheat flour: to taste
4
Place the dough on a parchment-lined baking sheet and put it in the oven, immediately reducing the temperature to 200 degrees. Bake for about 12 minutes until the dough starts to rise.
- Yeasted puff pastry: 500 g
5
Spread the onions evenly over the dough, leaving a small edge, then sprinkle with chopped olives and anchovies (optional). Bake for another 15 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 190 degrees and bake for another 15 minutes until done and golden brown.
- Onion: 1 head
- Pitted black olives in oil: 0.3 glass
- Canned anchovy fillets: 6 pieces
6
Cut into squares and serve.
