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Easy Savory Shortcrust Pastry Recipe for Tarts and Quiches

Published
Dec 23, 2024
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Italian Recipes
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Category: Appetizer
Servings: 1 portion

Ingredients

Ingredient Quantity
All-purpose flour 250g
Butter 125g
Egg 52g
Coarse salt 5g

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing the savory shortcrust pastry. Begin by placing the all-purpose flour into the bowl of a food processor equipped with steel blades.
  2. Next, add the cold butter directly from the fridge into the bowl, followed by the coarse salt and the egg.
  3. Secure the lid of the food processor and pulse it until the mixture begins to form a crumbly texture.
  4. Once you achieve a coarse, crumbly consistency, transfer the mixture onto a clean, flat surface like a pastry board or countertop.
  5. Work the dough quickly with your hands to bring it together into a dough ball. Handle the dough gently to avoid overworking it.
  6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap, ensuring it is tightly sealed to prevent air from getting in.
  7. Allow the dough to rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before using it for your desired savory dish.

This savory shortcrust pastry is the perfect base for a wide range of appetizers, from quiches to tarts, and will provide a rich, buttery flavor and crisp texture to complement your fillings.