Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the mixture into a 23cm (9-inch) tart pan with a removable bottom. Make sure to press it evenly and firmly, especially in the corners.
- Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes, or until it's lightly golden brown and set. You'll know it's done when it's firm to the touch and lightly browned around the edges.
- While the crust is baking, prepare the lemon curd. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the lemon juice, water, sugar, eggs, and grated ginger. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Then, pour the lemon curd into the crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Return the tart to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges are lightly golden brown.
Notes
Ensure the butter is very cold for the crust to achieve a crumbly texture. The lemon curd will thicken more as it cools.
