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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
1 lb shrimp in brine
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons dill
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup red onion
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
4 slices choco pan (Japanese milk bread)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

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

Prepare the mayonnaise by separating egg yolks and slowly adding neutral oil while whisking until thick.

2

Add vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and mix well to taste.

3

Incorporate 180 grams of creme fraiche into the mayonnaise mixture.

4

Add shrimp (drained and dried) to the mixture.

5

Chill the shrimp mixture in the refrigerator while preparing the other ingredients.

6

Peel and chop one red onion into larger pieces.

7

Chop dill for mixing and garnish.

8

Combine the red onion and dill into the shrimp mixture and mix well.

9

Season the mixture with more lemon juice and white pepper to taste.

10

Fry slices of choco pan in butter until golden brown instead of toasting them.

11

Spread the shrimp mixture generously on the butter-fried bread and garnish with reserved dill.

Cooking Techniques

mixingtoasting

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting boardtoaster

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishdairygluten

Also Known As

SkagenröraSkagen toast

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