Try this French vegan ratatouille tarte tatin recipe
The French vegan ratatouille tarte tatin is a delightful twist on the classic dish, blending the essence of Provence with vegan-friendly ingredients. Originating from France, ratatouille has celebrated vegetables for centuries. This version transforms it into an upside-down tart, known as Tarte Tatin, making it perfect for any occasion with its vibrant colors and flavors. Let's get cooking.
Gather the following ingredients
To make this exquisite dish, gather one large zucchini, one yellow squash, one small eggplant, two tomatoes, one red bell pepper, two tablespoons olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, and one teaspoon dried thyme or herbes de Provence. You'll also need a sheet of vegan puff pastry (thawed if frozen), plus non-dairy butter and brown sugar for caramelizing the vegetables.
Preparing the vegetables
Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Thoroughly wash all the vegetables. Next, slice the zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, tomatoes, and red bell pepper into thin rounds. It's important to aim for a uniform thickness with these slices to ensure they cook evenly. This meticulous preparation is key for achieving the ideal texture in your ratatouille tarte tatin.
Caramelizing vegetables
In a cast-iron skillet or ovenproof pan, melt two tablespoons of non-dairy butter over medium heat. Add two tablespoons of brown sugar, stirring until dissolved. Arrange vegetable slices in a circular pattern on the sugar, from outer edge to center. Season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme or herbes de Provence. Cook on low for about five minutes.
Adding puff pastry top
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the vegan puff pastry until it is slightly larger than your pan. Carefully place it over the skillet or pan's caramelized vegetables, gently tucking any excess pastry around the edges inside. Make several slits in the pastry to allow steam to escape during baking, which is crucial for achieving a perfectly puffed and golden crust.
Baking your tart
Bake in your preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until puff pastry is golden brown and puffed up beautifully. Once done baking, let it cool slightly before placing a large plate over your skillet or pan. Carefully invert both together so that what was once at the bottom now proudly sits atop as your stunningly colorful ratatouille tarte tatin centerpiece.
