Ricette di Sicilia

Name: Sicilian Potato Savoury Tart – A Warm Mediterranean Embrace
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: Serves 4
Cuisine: Sicilian
Ingredients: 1 round sheet of puff pastry; 500 g potatoes; 120 g cooked ham; 100 g sheep’s ricotta; 50 g grated Sicilian Pecorino PDO; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Extra virgin olive oil

Cibo, cultura e tradizioni siciliane

Sicilian potato savoury tart fresh from the oven

Sicilian Potato Savoury Tart – A Warm Mediterranean Embrace

A comforting savoury tart inspired by Sicilian home cooking, filled with tender potatoes, creamy ricotta and Pecorino – perfect for effortless lunches and cosy dinners.

Author: Pina Romano • Published on: March 9, 2023

Categories: Main Courses

Tags: extra virgin olive oil puff pastry potatoes pecorino black pepper cooked ham ricotta salt

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Prep Time

45 minutes

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Cook Time

35 minutes

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Serve

Serves 4

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Difficulty

Medium

💰 Moderate

🗓️ All year round

⭐ 4.9/5

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1 round sheet of puff pastry

✓ 500 g potatoes

✓ 120 g cooked ham

✓ 100 g sheep’s ricotta

✓ 50 g grated Sicilian Pecorino PDO

✓ Salt

✓ Freshly ground black pepper

✓ Extra virgin olive oil

📊 Nutritional Information

Calories

Approximately 400–450 kcal

Protein

About 10–12 g

Fat

Around 25–30 g

Carbohydrates

Roughly 35–40 g

Fiber

3–4 g

Sugars

2–3 g

Sodium

500–600 mg

There’s something wonderfully soothing about a rustic Sicilian tart, especially one built around the quiet charm of potatoes. This version is deeply rooted in the island’s home-style cooking - simple ingredients, generous flavours and that unmistakable Mediterranean warmth.

As the potatoes soften and release their delicate aroma, the Pecorino adds its confident, salty edge, while the ricotta melts in gentle little pockets throughout the filling. It’s the kind of dish you can proudly place at the centre of a relaxed family table, or bring along to an outdoor lunch on a bright afternoon.

Paired with a crisp Sicilian white wine and shared with good company, this tart brings a little southern sunshine to even the greyest British day.

👨‍🍳 Preparation

1

Boil the potatoes for about 30–40 minutes until tender. Peel, cool and cut into cubes. Season with salt, pepper and a drizzle of olive oil.
2

Lay the puff pastry into a 24 cm tart tin using its baking paper. Shape gently and prick the base with a fork.
3

Spread half the potatoes over the base, add the chopped cooked ham and dot with teaspoons of ricotta.
4

Add the remaining potatoes, sprinkle with Pecorino and finish with a light drizzle of olive oil.
5

Bake in a fan oven preheated to 180°C for 30–35 minutes. Leave to rest for a few minutes before slicing.

💡 Tips and Variations

For a bolder flavour, replace the cooked ham with pancetta.
For a vegetarian twist, simply omit the ham and add seasonal vegetables such as courgettes or spinach.

📦 Storage

• Allow the tart to cool completely before storing.
• Keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days.
• Freeze it well wrapped in cling film if you want to keep it for longer.

🍷 Pairing

This savoury tart shines alongside a glass of Sicilian Grillo - fresh, aromatic and the perfect match for its creamy filling.

Thanks for cooking along with this Sicilian potato tart. May it bring a touch of Mediterranean comfort to your table. Share it with those you love and come back soon for more delicious ideas.