Danish open sandwich with red fish

1 serving

10 minutes

Danish open sandwich with red fish is a true masterpiece of Scandinavian cuisine. Its roots trace back to the traditions of Danish smørrebrød, symbolizing simplicity and sophistication at once. This sandwich is a balance of flavors: tender lightly salted salmon on crispy rye bread, a light buttery note complemented by the spiciness of honey-mustard sauce. Herring fillet adds richness to the dish, while sweet onion and greens provide freshness. A slice of lemon completes the palette with a slight tanginess. Ideal as an appetizer or light lunch, this sandwich reflects the Scandinavian love for quality ingredients and harmony of flavors.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 354.5
• Proteins: 31g
• Fats: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 10.2g

Ingredients

• Lightly salted salmon: 1 pc
• Honey Mustard Sauce: to taste
• Herring fillet: 50 g
• Sweet red onion: 10 g
• Arugula: 10 g
• Green onions: 5 g
• Lemon: 1 pc
• Rye bread: 1 pc
• Butter: 5 g

Cooking steps

1. Pieces of lightly salted salmon are arranged in circles on rye bread, lightly spread with butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lightly salted salmon: 1 piece
   • Rye bread: 1 piece
   • Butter: 5 g

2. It is drizzled with mustard sauce on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Honey Mustard Sauce:  to taste

3. Next to it, herring is beautifully arranged with rings of sweet salad onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Herring fillet: 50 g
   • Sweet red onion: 10 g

4. Garnished with arugula, green onion, and a slice of lemon.

   Required ingredients:

   • Arugula: 10 g
   • Green onions: 5 g
   • Lemon: 1 piece