Star Anise and Ginger Tarte Tatin

Star Anise and Ginger Tarte Tatin

6 servings
Marion's Asian spin on classic tarte tatin has just the right balance of sweetness and tartness - in all the right way.

Ingredients

  • 4 large apples
  • 3/4 cup caster sugar
  • 50g butter

    finely chopped, 1.7 oz

  • 2 tsp finely grated fresh ginger
  • 3 whole star anise
  • 1 sheet shortcrust or puff pastry
  • Ice-cream or cream to serve

Directions

  1. 1

    Peel the apples and cut into quarters. Remove the core from each piece. Place the sugar in the base of a 24cm (top measurement) ovenproof pan. Dot with the butter and sprinkle over the ginger and star anise. Arrange the apple pieces on top, rounded side down. Place over medium heat. Cook, without stirring for 25 minutes or until the sugar has caramelised. 

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, cut the pastry into a rough round shape (keep it large enough to just cover the pan). 

  3. 3

    Preheat oven to 180°C/ 360°F. 

  4. 4

    When the sugar in the pan is a rich caramel colour. Remove the pan from the heat and quickly top with the pastry tucking the edges into the side of the pan. Bake for 25 minutes or until the pastry is golden. Set aside for 5 minutes to rest. 

  5. 5

    Run a knife around the side of the pan. Cover the pan with a serving plate with a slight lip and quickly turn out. Set aside for 5 minutes to cool slightly before serving with ice-cream or cream. 

Star Anise and Ginger Tarte Tatin

Star Anise and Ginger Tarte Tatin

75 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Elevate your dessert game with a truly unique twist on a classic – Marion's Star Anise and Ginger Tarte Tatin. This isn't just another apple tart; it's an unexpected journey of flavors that will delight your palate and impress your guests. Get ready to experience a familiar favorite reimagined with an enchanting Asian influence.

What makes this Tarte Tatin truly special is its harmonious blend of sweetness and tartness, perfectly balanced with warm, aromatic spices. The subtle, licorice-like notes of star anise dance beautifully with the zesty, fragrant kick of fresh ginger, transforming ordinary apples into something extraordinary. This recipe promises an elegant dessert that stands out from the crowd, making it a perfect choice when you crave something both comforting and adventurous.

Prepare for a dessert experience where tender, caramelized apples are infused with a delightful warmth from the ginger and the exotic perfume of star anise. Each bite offers a symphony of textures, from the meltingly soft fruit to the buttery, crisp pastry base. The overall profile is sophisticated yet incredibly inviting, leaving you with a wonderfully clean and memorable finish. This isn't a overly sweet dish; instead, it provides just the right touch of sugar to enhance the natural fruit and spice.

  • To vary the texture, you can opt for puff pastry instead of shortcrust for an airier, flakier base. While star anise and ginger are the stars here, if you're looking to explore, a pinch of cinnamon or a hint of cardamom could be added to complement the apple, though it would shift the intended Asian profile. For a different fruit experience, firm pears could also be considered as an apple alternative, though cooking times might vary slightly.

This Star Anise and Ginger Tarte Tatin is ideally suited for special occasions, dinner parties, or any time you want to present an impressive, flavorful dessert. Serve it warm, straight from the oven, with a generous scoop of vanilla ice-cream or a dollop of fresh cream to complete the experience.

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