Caramelized Onion Galette

Caramelized Onion Galette

It’s a savoury galette kind of day. Caramelized onion and kale galette with herbs is ready for the oven. A sprinkle of sesame seeds on the dough gives a lovely nutty texture as it bakes. 

The crust should not be perfect – cracks and uneven folds are what galettes are all about. If you’re not into making the dough, store bought pastry dough is always an option. 

Caramelized Onion Galette

Course Main Course

Ingredients

For the dough:

  • ½ cup salted butter
  • 1 ½ cups AP Flour, sifted
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of sugar
  • cup cold water – approx.
  • 2 tsp sesame seeds

For the filling:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 cups chopped kale, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs – thyme, oregano, parsley, chopped
  • 3 tbsp Boursin shallot and chive cheese
  • ½ cup Parmesan grated
  • 1 large egg
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Begin by preparing the dough.

For the dough:

  • Using a handheld cheese grater, grate butter into a small bowl, then freeze for 10 minutes.
  • While butter freezes, combine flour, salt, and sugar in large mixing bowl.
  • Place cold grated butter and flour mixture in a food processor and pulse until you get mealy texture.
  • Slowly begin adding water, 1 tablespoon at a time, pulsing until dough takes shape.
  • Dump the dough onto lightly floured surface before shaping into a flattened round. Wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 45 minutes until dough is firm and cold.
  • While the dough chills, prepare the filling.

For the filling:

  • In a large skillet over low heat, heat the oil.
  • Add onions and stir to coat.
  • Cook over medium low heat, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and golden brown. This takes time (30 to 35 minutes).
  • Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat oven to 375° F.
  • Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

To assemble:

  • Roll out the chilled dough into a ⅛″ thick sheet, then transfer to the parchment-lined baking sheet (you can use store bought if you prefer).
  • Spread a thin layer of dijon mustard on the dough leaving a border of 2 inches.
  • Spread the chopped kale and half the herbs and half the cheese over the mustard. Pile the caramelized onions over the kale and spread evenly, leaving a 2 inch border.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the herbs and the rest of the cheeses over onion filling.
  • Fold edges of dough over filling, pleating as you fold.
  • Brush dough with egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  • Bake on the middle rack for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before cutting.

I hope you enjoy this recipe!

Be sure to leave a comment below if you try it.

Sara

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