Tuna Harissa Tart with Creamy Custard and Fresh Herbs

Tunisian Tuna and Harissa Fusion Tart

Experience the vibrant and aromatic flavors of Tunisian cuisine with this expertly crafted Tuna and Harissa Fusion Tart. This dish captures the essence of the North African culinary heritage, blending the richness of tinned tuna with the fiery and aromatic essence of harissa. The tart, elegantly layered with a creamy egg and milk custard, is complemented by the sharpness of capers and the freshness of parsley. This enticing dish is a delightful exploration of flavors and textures, making it the perfect centerpiece for an unforgettable dinner with loved ones.

Serves: 4, Difficulty: Expert

Preparation Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

• 200g Plain Flour
• 100g Butter
• 2 Eggs
• 200g Tinned Tuna
• 2 tbsp Harissa
• 50g Capers
• 100g Parsley, finely chopped
• 1 Lemon, cut into wedges
• 200 ml Milk
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black Pepper

Method

• Preheat the oven to 200°C. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and 50g of butter. Rub the butter into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.
• Press the butter-flour mixture into a tart tin to form the tart shell. Bake the shell for 15 minutes until golden.
• Heat the remaining butter and olive oil in a pan, and sauté the tinned tuna with harissa for 3 minutes.
• In a bowl, whisk the eggs and milk, and season with salt and pepper.
• Pour the egg mixture into the tart shell and layer with the tuna mixture, capers, and parsley. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes or until the custard is set.
• Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.

Tips

• For a smoother tart shell, refrigerate the butter-flour mixture for 10 minutes before pressing it into the tart tin.
• Customize the spiciness by adjusting the amount of harissa to suit your palate.

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