Yuzu Tart

This Yuzu Tart features a zesty yuzu citrus filling encased in a buttery, crumbly crust, offering a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors. It's a refreshing and unique dessert that captures the essence of Japanese cuisine in a simple yet elegant presentation.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Unsalted butter - 50 grams, cold and cubed
• Powdered sugar - 30 grams
• Salt - a pinch
• Ice water - 2 tablespoons
• Yuzu juice - 50 ml
• Eggs - 2 large
• Granulated sugar - 70 grams
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Cornstarch - 10 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt.
3. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together. Do not overwork it.
5. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
6. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 20 cm tart pan. Press the dough into the pan and trim any excess.
7. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork and bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool.
8. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the yuzu juice, eggs, granulated sugar, heavy cream, and cornstarch until smooth.
9. Pour the yuzu filling into the cooled tart crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until set.
10. Let the tart cool completely before serving. Optionally, garnish with whipped cream or fresh yuzu zest.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 20 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Yuzu is high in vitamin C, boosting the immune system.
• The tart's ingredients are mostly plant-based, providing a lighter dessert option.

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