Irish Smoked Salmon – Served with soda bread
This classic Irish dish features thinly sliced, cold-smoked salmon typically served as a refreshing appetizer or a casual lunch. The salmon boasts a rich, smoky flavor and a silky texture that pairs wonderfully with the tangy, dense crumb of traditional Irish soda bread. Often accompanied by capers, onions, and a squeeze of lemon to enhance the salmon's flavor, this meal is an embodiment of the simplicity and elegance of Irish cuisine. It represents the use of local ingredients and offers a balance of protein and carbohydrates, making it both satisfying and nutritious.
Join Paddy the Baker as he transforms a simple classic into an elevated party favorite. These smoked salmon and cream cheese canapés on soda bread are the perfect addition to any gathering, combining the richness of salmon with a hint of zest and the rustic charm of traditional Irish bread. Let's turn your kitchen into the talk of the town with these bite-sized delights that are both sophisticated and supremely delicious.
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf of soda bread
- 200g smoked salmon, thinly sliced
- 150g cream cheese, softened
- Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 lemon, for juice
- Salt, to taste
Equipment:
- Bread knife
- Small spreading knife
- Cutting board
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: N/A
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: Makes about 20 canapés (depending on bread size)
Instructions:
1. Begin by preparing your soda bread. Slice the bread into approximately 1/2-inch thick pieces. Using a bread knife, cut these slices into small squares, ensuring they are bite-sized for easy handling. For a more elegant presentation, trim off the crusts from each square.
2. With each square of soda bread as your base, spread a thin layer of cream cheese over the top. The cream cheese will act as glue for the smoked salmon and provide a creamy base for the flavors.
3. Take your smoked salmon and cut it into pieces roughly the same size as your bread squares. Place a slice of smoked salmon on top of each cream cheese-covered bread square.
4. Finely chop the fresh dill. Sprinkle a small amount of dill over each salmon-topped canapé for an aromatic garnish.
5. Cut the lemon in half and give a light squeeze over the canapés to add a splash of brightness that complements the smoked salmon beautifully. Be careful not to overpower the canapé; you just want a hint of lemon.
6. Arrange the canapés on a serving platter. They’re now ready to impress your guests!
Cooking Tips:
- If soda bread is not readily available, you can use any robust brown bread as a substitute.
- Serve immediately after preparation to ensure the bread remains crisp and the salmon fresh.
Discover more delightful recipes and baking tips from Paddy the Baker on his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@paddythebaker3299
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