Pistachio, Orange And Cardamom Tart Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven and blind bake the tart crust until golden.
• STEP 2.In a food processor, blend pistachios, sugar, cardamom, and orange zest until finely ground.
• STEP 3.In a saucepan, heat milk and cream until simmering. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar.
• STEP 4.Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks while whisking continuously.
• STEP 5.Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until thickened.
• STEP 6.Remove from heat and stir in the pistachio mixture. Pour the filling into the tart crust.
• STEP 7.Bake the tart in the oven until the filling is set and slightly golden.
• STEP 8.Allow the tart to cool before serving. Garnish with orange slices and pistachios.

Cooking Tips

• To prevent the crust from becoming soggy, brush it with melted chocolate before adding the filling.
• For a stronger cardamom flavor, crush the cardamom pods and toast the seeds before adding them to the pistachio mixture.
• Serve the tart chilled or at room temperature.

Storage and Serving

• Store the tart in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve the pistachio, orange, and cardamom tart as a dessert, either on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.