Smoked Salmon Blinis with Dill, Capers, and Crème Fraîche Recipe
These smoked salmon blinis are delicate, savory pancakes topped with creamy crème fraîche, fresh dill, and tangy capers, making for a perfect elegant appetizer or light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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For the Blinis Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
For the Toppings
- 8 ounces smoked salmon (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup crème fraîche (or sour cream)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon capers (drained)
- 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
- ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add in the beaten egg and milk, whisking continuously until you have a smooth batter. Stir in the melted butter to combine fully. - Cook the blinis
Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and add a small knob of butter. Once melted, drop tablespoons of the batter into the pan, making sure not to overcrowd. Cook each blini for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set on a plate covered with a kitchen towel to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter. - Prepare the crème fraîche mixture
In a small bowl, combine the crème fraîche with half of the chopped dill, mixing well to infuse flavor. - Assemble the blinis
Spread a small amount of the crème fraîche and dill mixture onto each blini. Top with a slice of smoked salmon. Garnish with the remaining dill, finely chopped red onion, and a few capers. Finish with a light twist of ground black pepper over each one. - Serve
Arrange the finished blinis on a serving platter alongside lemon wedges. Encourage guests to squeeze fresh lemon juice over their blinis for an extra burst of brightness and flavor.
Notes
- Keep the cooked blinis warm by covering them with a kitchen towel as you cook the rest.
- Use crème fraîche or sour cream based on preference for a slight tanginess.
- Thin slices of smoked salmon work best for topping to maintain elegance and balance of flavors.
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