Imagine a culinary journey that transports you straight to the sun-drenched streets of Southern France with just one bite. The Pissaladieres Onion Anchovy and Olive Tarts are not just a recipe; they're a flavor explosion that will revolutionize your appetizer game! These elegant, rustic tarts combine the sweet caramelized onions, briny anchovies, and tangy olives on a crispy puff pastry canvas, creating a gourmet experience that looks like it came straight from a Parisian bistro but can be easily crafted in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup anchovy fillets
- 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs de Provence
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add thinly sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until they become soft, golden, and caramelized, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Season the caramelized onions with dried herbs de Provence, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into 6 equal rectangular portions.
- Transfer the pastry rectangles to the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
- Spread the caramelized onions evenly across each pastry rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Carefully arrange anchovy fillets in a crisscross pattern over the onions.
- Scatter sliced green olives across the tarts.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Can be served warm or at room temperature.
Tips
- Take your time caramelizing the onions - low and slow is the secret to developing deep, rich flavor.
- Use high-quality anchovy fillets for the most authentic taste.
- Don't overload the pastry; leave a small border to allow the edges to puff and crisp.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a light sprinkle of fresh thyme or rosemary.
- If you're short on time, you can caramelize the onions a day ahead and store them in the refrigerator.
- Serve these tarts as an appetizer, light lunch, or part of a Mediterranean-inspired spread.
- For a vegetarian version, replace anchovies with roasted red peppers or capers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
