Savory Clafoutis with Red Onions

Name: Savory Clafoutis with Red Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Red onions (to clean) 0.7 lb; Whole milk 1 &frac18; cup; Fresh liquid cream 1 cup; Type 00 flour 0.8 cup; Grana Padano PDO cheese (to grate) 1.4 oz; Eggs medium 3; Extra virgin olive oil 1 spoonful; Fine salt 0.9 tsp; Black pepper to taste

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264

Calories per serving

Vegetarian

Energy Kcal 264
Carbohydrates g 19.4
of which sugars g 6.7
Protein g 10.8
Fats g 15.8
of which saturated fat g 8.18
Fiber g 1
Cholesterol mg 147
Sodium mg 445

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Serving: 6
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Marisa Malomo

The savory clafoutis—yeah, a savory twist—takes a classic French dish and flips it into something super exciting. You know, traditionally, clafoutis is a cherry dessert, but this red onion clafoutis? It’s really, really something else. And the moist and soft batter feels almost like custard. And those crispy red onions on top? So good. They curl up into these rose-like shapes when baked—seriously fancy.

French cooks sometimes add salmon or cheese, but honestly, the simplicity of the red onion version lets that tender batter really shine. The sweet notes from the onions blend so, so beautifully with the creamy base. And listen, it's all about that mix of flavors and textures that's just impossible to resist.

This savory French tart isn’t just for those fancy dinners. Nope, it's got versatility. You can serve it as an appetizer or enjoy it as a second course. Here’s the thing, it holds up well even after cooling, which is perfect for picnics or casual gatherings. Plus, the golden top, with those purple-red onions and yellow batter? Looks amazing.

French recipes can be super creative, and this one shows you don’t need anything too fancy to make something memorable. Really, whether it’s a regular weeknight meal or a special occasion, savory clafoutis with red onions fits right in. Pretty much.

Regional takes and creative fillings keep popping up, but this version proves you don’t need to be over-the-top to make something memorable. The savory clafoutis recipe just continues to surprise, especially when folks discover how well it holds up at room temperature. For real, it's an ideal choice for any get-together. With its rich flavors and appealing presentation, it’s no wonder this dish has become a go-to for those eager to explore something new while sticking to French roots.

How to prepare Savory Clafoutis with Red Onions

To make the savory red onion clafoutis, first clean and slice the onions into 1/8-inch thick slices (1-2): you will need about 9 oz of sliced onions. Move on to preparing the batter: pour the eggs into a large bowl and add the cream 3

and the milk 4 and mix everything together with a whisk 5. Add the olive oil 6

and stir again to incorporate it into the mixture 7. At this point, also add the flour 8 and the grated Grana Padano PDO cheese 9,

salt 10, pepper, and mix with the whisk 11 until you get a smooth and homogeneous consistency. Line a 9-inch baking dish with parchment paper and pour the mixture inside 12.

Lay the onion slices on the mixture 13, distributing them evenly over the entire surface 14, then bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for about 40-50 minutes until golden brown 15. Your savory clafoutis is ready to be enjoyed!

Storage

The red onion clafoutis can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, covered with plastic wrap. If desired, you can freeze it, ensuring to heat it in the oven before serving.

Tip

You can make many variations of the savory clafoutis using different seasonal vegetables or combinations: for example, cherry tomatoes and zucchini flowers, or zucchini, peppers, and eggplant… in this case, sauté them in a pan and let them cool before adding them to the batter.

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