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Festive Smoked Trout Tartine Canapé: A Delightful Christmas and New Year Appetizer

Discover the perfect holiday appetizer with our Smoked Trout Tartine Canapé recipe. Ideal for Christmas and New Year celebrations, this dish is sure to impress your guests.

Yield: 20 Canapés

Portion Size: 1 Canapé per person

Festive Smoked Trout Tartine Canapé: A Delightful Christmas and New Year Appetizer

Ingredients:

  • Smoked trout slices (200g)
  • Sourdough bread (10 slices, halved)
  • Cream cheese (150g)
  • Fresh dill (20 sprigs)
  • Capers (2 tbsp)
  • Lemon (1, zest and juice)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Sea salt (to taste)

Tools and Equipment:

  • Cutting board
  • Bread knife
  • Zester
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spreading knife

Recommended Products:

  • Organic smoked trout
  • Artisan sourdough bread
  • Premium cream cheese

Time Required:

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Assembly Time: 10 minutes

Mise en Place:

  1. Slice sourdough bread into halves.
  2. Zest and juice the lemon.
  3. Finely chop the fresh dill.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Prep: Combine cream cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and a pinch of sea salt and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth.
  2. Assemble: Spread the cream cheese mixture on each half slice of sourdough bread.
  3. Top: Place a slice of smoked trout on top of the cream cheese.
  4. Garnish: Add a sprig of dill and a few capers to each tartine.

Serving Instructions:

Serve immediately on a platter or at a canapé station.

Plating and Garnishing:

Arrange tartines on a slate board for a rustic look. Garnish with extra dill sprigs and lemon wedges.

Festive Smoked Trout Tartine Canapé: A Delightful Christmas and New Year Appetizer

Tips:

  • Use high-quality smoked trout for the best flavor.
  • Toast the sourdough slices lightly for added texture.

Notes:

  • Suitable for pescatarians.
  • Contains dairy and gluten.

Nutrition Facts (per canapé):

  • Calories: 70
  • Protein: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fat: 3g

Allergy and Dietary Concerns:

This recipe contains fish, dairy, and gluten. Please ensure guests are aware of the ingredients if they have any dietary restrictions or allergies.