Smoked Salmon Blinis with Dill, Capers, and Crème Fraîche Recipe
These delightful smoked salmon blinis combine fluffy mini pancakes with creamy crème fraîche, fresh dill, and tangy capers, making for an elegant appetizer perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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For the Blinis
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
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 cooked blinis warm by covering with a kitchen towel to prevent them from drying out.
- Use crème fraîche or sour cream interchangeably based on preference.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
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