Tatin with Shallots Recipe

Ingredients

• 6-8 shallots, peeled and halved
• 1 sheet of puff pastry
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar
• 3 tablespoons of butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400F.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the shallots and cook until caramelized, about 20-25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
3. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and balsamic vinegar. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and becomes syrupy, about 10-15 minutes.
4. Place the caramelized shallots at the bottom of a greased 9-inch cake pan. Pour the balsamic syrup over the shallots.
5. Roll out the puff pastry to 1/4 inch thickness and cut into a circle large enough to cover the top of the pan. Place the puff pastry on top of the shallots, tucking in the edges.
6. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
7. Let the tatin cool for 5-10 minutes before carefully flipping it onto a serving dish.

Serving Suggestions

Best served warm with a dollop of crème fraîche on top. This tatin makes a delicious side dish for roast chicken or grilled steak.

Verdict

This tatin with shallots is a delightful, savory twist on the classic French dessert. It’s quick and easy to make, but the combination of caramelized shallots, balsamic syrup, and flaky puff pastry makes it look and taste like a gourmet dish. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to something special!