Cold appetizer of salmon and cream cheese

9 servings

30 minutes

Cold appetizer of salmon and cream cheese is a refined dish of Italian cuisine that combines the tenderness of cream cheese, the aroma of smoked salmon, and the spiciness of garlic. This appetizer not only impresses with its elegant appearance but also captivates with a harmony of flavor nuances. Salmon, carefully shaped into miniature cupcakes, hides an airy filling of cream cheese, eggs, and green onions inside. Each bite is a play of textures: the softness of the filling, the firmness of the fish, and a light spiciness from the spices. The dish is perfect for festive occasions as a sophisticated addition to a holiday table or an exquisite appetizer to accompany a glass of white wine. Its simplicity in preparation makes it accessible even for novice cooks, while its chilled presentation reveals all its flavor nuances. A true delight for gourmets!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 202.2
• Proteins: 14.9g
• Fats: 14.8g
• Carbohydrates: 2.1g

Ingredients

• Garlic: 2 clove
• Cold smoked salmon: 400 g
• Cream cheese: 400 g
• Chicken egg: 3 pc
• Green onions: 10 g
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. We are boiling eggs. In the meantime, we slice the salmon into thin, even pieces. We take a muffin tin and line the bottom of each 'muffin' with plastic wrap. This is to make it easier to remove the finished snack from the molds.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Cold smoked salmon: 400 g

2. We place a piece of fish at the bottom of each mold so that its edges stick out. Now we make the filling. We finely chop the hard-boiled eggs. A blender can be used. We do the same with garlic and green onion tops. The finer, the better. We mix all this with cream cheese, adding salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 3 pieces
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Green onions: 10 g
   • Cream cheese: 400 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Next, place the filling in each mold and close it with the protruding ends of the fish like an envelope. Wrap it in film as well. The filling should slightly protrude from the mold.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cold smoked salmon: 400 g

4. When everything is ready, you need to press the 'muffins' with something to compact the filling. For example, place a kitchen board on top and put a jar of water on it. We place this whole setup in the refrigerator for a few hours.

5. Carefully pull the edges of the food wrap to take out the snack.