Tatin of Cherry Tomatoes and Capers
Category: Savory Pies
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shortcrust pastry (Pasta Brisé) | 230g |
| Yellow cherry tomatoes (Pomodorini gialli) | 85g |
| Cherry tomatoes (Pomodorini datterini) | 85g |
| Green cherry tomatoes (Pomodorini verdi) | 85g |
| Red onions (Cipolle rosse) | 50g |
| Extra virgin olive oil (Olio extravergine d’oliva) | 3 tablespoons |
| Sea salt (Sale fino) | To taste |
| Black pepper (Pepe nero) | To taste |
| Brown sugar (Zucchero di canna) | 1 tablespoon |
| Pickled caper berries (Frutti di cappero sott’aceto) | 20g |
| Fresh basil leaves (Basilico) | To taste |
| Stracciatella cheese (Stracciatella) | 80g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Tomatoes
Begin by washing all the cherry tomatoes thoroughly. Slice them in half to ensure even cooking and flavor absorption.
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Slice the Onion
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly to allow it to cook down evenly, releasing its sweetness. -
Cook the Tomatoes and Onions
Heat a 28 cm (approximately 11-inch) skillet that is also oven-safe over medium-high heat. Add the extra virgin olive oil to the pan. Once the oil is hot, arrange the tomatoes cut-side down, allowing them to form a colorful base for your tatin. Add the sliced onions on top of the tomatoes. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the vegetables to enhance their sweetness as they cook. -
Sauté the Mixture
Cover the pan and cook for about 5 minutes to soften the tomatoes and onions. After 5 minutes, remove the lid and continue to cook for another 5 minutes to let the juices reduce and concentrate the flavors. -
Prepare the Pastry
Once the tomato-onion mixture is cooked and slightly cooled, gently roll out the shortcrust pastry (pasta brisé). Lay the pastry over the vegetables in the skillet, making sure it covers the entire surface. Fold the edges of the pastry around the sides of the skillet, creating a nice, sealed crust. -
Bake the Tatin
Preheat the oven to 200°C (about 392°F) on a fan setting. Transfer the skillet into the oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the pastry turns golden and crisp. -
Flip the Tatin
Once the tatin has finished baking, carefully invert the skillet onto a serving plate to reveal the beautiful, caramelized tomatoes and onions. The pastry should be golden and crisp, with the vegetables nestled inside. -
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the tatin with caper flowers and fresh basil leaves to add a fresh contrast to the savory sweetness of the tomatoes. Serve your tatin warm for the best experience!
Enjoy this savory, elegant twist on a classic tatin with the rich flavors of roasted tomatoes and the sharp tang of pickled capers. Perfect for a special meal or as a beautiful appetizer at any gathering.
