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Apricot tart

Apricot tart

Appetizers

A traditional Roman appetizer, reimagined with apricots, pepper, and mint. Perfect for a light snack or appetizer.

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Recipe from Mahjon99, Anka, NikiWiki and 3 other contributors (KochWiki), adapted by Recette de cuisine ·

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This apricot tart is an original appetizer inspired by ancient Roman cuisine. It combines apricots, pepper, and mint for a unique and flavorful taste.

Ingredients and directions

  • Prep time25 min
  • Cook time15 min
  • Total40 min
  • DifficultyEasy
  • CostBudget
  • Cooking methodfour
  • Estimated cost$6.46 $1.62 / serving Estimated price; varies by store. Converted from euros at the ECB rate of October 7, 2026.

Ingredients

4 people
  • $4.21
  • $0.10
  • $0.30
  • $1.20
  • $0.44
  • $0.07
  • $0.14

Prices from US supermarkets for 6 of 7 ingredients; Belgian prices for the rest.

Directions

  1. Cut the apricots in half and remove the pits. ≈ 8 min
  2. It is not necessary to peel the fruits. ≈ 8 min
  3. Place the peach halves in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes.
  4. Mix the pepper, mint, oil paint, and other liquids together. ≈ 4 min
  5. Place the peach halves in a small bowl. ≈ 3 min
  6. Season with sauce, mix well, and heat gently.
  7. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, until the apricots are tender.
  8. Harvest apricots from the orchard. ≈ 3 min
  9. Thoroughly mix the apricot puree with the soaking liquid until all lumps are gone. ≈ 4 min
  10. Add this mixture until you reach the desired consistency, and mix thoroughly until the mixture is slightly thick. ≈ 4 min
  11. Arrange the apricots in a serving dish, or alternatively, three quarters per person in small plates. ≈ 2 min
  12. Serve with the sauce. ≈ 3 min
  13. If desired, season with a little pepper. ≈ 2 min
  14. Sprinkle with fresh mint leaves. ≈ 2 min
  15. Given that the Romans ate with their fingers, it is reasonable to assume that this dish was not served hot, but rather at a lukewarm temperature. ≈ 2 min
  16. However, it is also delicious when served cold. ≈ 3 min

The bill

Apricot tart

  • 6 small apricots$4.21
  • Adequate amount of freshly ground black pepper$0.10
  • dried mint, TL$0.30
  • 100 grams of honey$1.20
  • 100 ml of red or white wine$0.44
  • 50 ml of red or white vinegar$0.07
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil$0.14

Total$6.46

that's $1.62 per person

Estimated price; varies by store.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 6 small apricots
  • Adequate amount of freshly ground black pepper
  • dried mint, TL
  • 1 Portion of garum or quick-made garum
  • 100 grams of honey
  • 100 ml of Passum or Eiswein
  • 100 ml of red or white wine
  • 50 ml of red or white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 cup of cold water
  • 1 tablespoon, in a consistent texture

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