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Blinis with smoked salmon

Blinis with Smoked Salmon: Elevate Your Appetizer Game

Delightful blinis with smoked salmon are a luxurious yet easy appetizer, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 appetizers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: European
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup warm water Can substitute with milk
  • 1 packet dry yeast Instant yeast can be used
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar Feeds the yeast
  • 1 cup plain flour (all-purpose) Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 cup buckwheat flour Essential for traditional flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cooking/kosher salt Sea salt can be used
  • 1 cup full-fat milk Adjust consistency if using non-dairy milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted before adding
  • 1 large egg Room temperature preferred
For the Dill Crème Fraîche
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese Base for crème fraîche
  • 1/2 cup crème fraîche Sour cream may act as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill Chives or parsley can be substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Vinegar can be used if lemon is unavailable
For Topping
  • 8 ounces smoked salmon The star topping
  • 2 sprigs extra fresh dill For garnish

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • Piping Bag
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine warm water, dry yeast, and white sugar. Let sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, buckwheat flour, and cooking salt until well combined.
  3. Add the yeast mixture, full-fat milk, egg, and melted butter to the flour mixture. Stir until smooth and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Cover bowl and let batter rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours until doubled in volume.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, dollop batter into rounds and cook until golden brown, about 45 seconds on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  6. Transfer cooked blinis to a wire rack to cool completely before assembly.
  7. In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, crème fraîche, dill, and lemon juice until smooth.
  8. Spread dill crème fraîche on cooled blinis, top with smoked salmon, and garnish with fresh dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 2piecesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure yeast is fresh for proper activation. Keep cooking temperature controlled for uniform cooking of blinis.

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