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The Best Swedish Classic Toast Skagen - (2021 Recipe)

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Toast Skagen

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal town of Skagen in Denmark, Toast Skagen is a beloved Swedish dish that highlights the region's fresh seafood. Traditionally served as a starter, it showcases the simple yet flavorful combination of shrimp, creamy sauces, and herbs. Today, it is enjoyed in various forms across Sweden and beyond, often featured at festive gatherings and summer parties.

SwedishSEappetizer
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
400 grams hand peeled shrimp
1 cup mayonnaise
half tablespoon horseradish
fresh dill
half lemon
kosher salt
black pepper
2 soft buns
butter
mixed leaves
caviar

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

shrimp

🥗Healthier: crab meat

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides a seafood flavor.

1

Drain the water from the shrimp and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

2

Chop fresh dill and add it to the bowl with the shrimp.

3

Grate half a tablespoon of horseradish into the bowl.

4

Add kosher salt and black pepper to taste.

5

Add 1 cup of mayonnaise to the shrimp mixture.

6

Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the mixture and stir until well combined.

7

Butter the soft buns on both sides.

8

Toast the buns in a hot pan until golden brown on both sides.

9

Assemble the dish by placing mixed leaves on a plate, adding the shrimp mixture on top, and garnishing with caviar, dill, and lemon slices.

Cooking Techniques

mixingtoasting

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlmicroplanerbutter knifepan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

shellfishdairygluten

Also Known As

SkagenröraSkagen toast

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