Black Sesame Tart with Yuzu Curd
This black sesame tart with yuzu curd features a nutty, toasted black sesame crust paired with a bright, tangy yuzu curd filling. The perfect balance of rich, earthy flavors and refreshing citrus creates an elegant and sophisticated dessert ideal for special occasions.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: ~5 hours
- Yield: One 9-inch tart (8 servings)
- Category: Dessert, Tart, Pastry
- Method: Baking, Double boiling (curd preparation), Roasting (sesame seeds)
- Cuisine: Japanese fusion, Modern Asian, French patisserie-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the yuzu curd:
200 g (1 cup) yuzu juice (fresh or store-bought)
6 egg yolks
240 g (1¼ cups) granulated sugar
200 g (1 cup) unsalted butter, room temperature
For the sweet tart crust:
230 g (2 cups) pastry flour (or all-purpose flour)
90 g (¾ cup) icing sugar
40 g (⅓ cup) black sesame seeds, roasted
Pinch of salt
110 g (½ cup) unsalted butter, very cold
50 g egg (approx. 1 egg)
For decoration (optional):
50 g (⅓ cup) Callebaut dark chocolate callets
Black fat-soluble chocolate food coloring
Instructions
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Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and yuzu juice in a heatproof bowl.
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Place over simmering water (double boiler), whisk constantly until thickened to 170°F (77°C).
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Strain into a clean bowl to remove cooked bits.
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Whisk in softened butter gradually until smooth and glossy.
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Cover surface with plastic wrap, chill until set.
Prepare the tart crust:
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Roast black sesame seeds in a dry pan until fragrant; cool.
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Sift flour, icing sugar, and salt; add roasted sesame seeds.
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Rub cold butter into flour mixture until coarse crumbs form.
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Add egg; mix until dough forms. Chill 30 minutes.
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Roll dough to 3 mm thickness; line tart pan, trim, and prick base.
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Chill 15 minutes; bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden. Cool.
Assemble the tart:
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Pour chilled yuzu curd into tart shell; smooth surface.
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Refrigerate 2-3 hours until set.
Decoration (optional):
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Melt dark chocolate, mix with black food coloring.
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Pipe or spread decoratively on or around tart.
Notes
Roast sesame seeds for enhanced flavor.
Weigh ingredients for best results.
Substitute lemon or lime juice for yuzu as variation.
Store covered in fridge up to 3 days; avoid freezing.
Bring to room temp before serving for optimal flavor.
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