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Smörgåstårta

Cultural Context

Originating in Sweden, Smörgåstårta is a festive sandwich cake that transforms traditional sandwich ingredients into a visually stunning centerpiece. Often served at celebrations like birthdays and holidays, it embodies the Swedish love for open-faced sandwiches. Today, variations abound globally, featuring different fillings and decorations, making it a versatile dish for any occasion.

SwedishSEmain
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 slices toast bread
500 grams unpeeled shrimp
180 grams bleak roe
1 lemon
salt
dill
shallots
4 slices smoked salmon
150 grams ricotta
50 grams QP mayo
white pepper

smoked salmon

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Grilled chicken offers a leaner option, while canned tuna is budget-friendly.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt lowers calories and adds protein, while ricotta is often less expensive.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu is a plant-based alternative, while chicken is usually more affordable.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Avocado spread is healthier, while yogurt can be a cost-effective substitute.

1

Prepare the shrimp by removing the heads and shells.

2

Chop the shallots (or red onions) finely.

3

Chop the dill, discarding the stems.

4

Cut the smoked salmon into approximately 3 mm pieces.

5

Whisk the ricotta until smooth and airy.

6

Mix 150 grams of ricotta with 50 grams of QP mayo in a bowl.

7

Add the chopped smoked salmon, dill, shallots, white pepper, salt, and lemon juice to the ricotta mixture.

8

Fold in half of the shrimp, keeping the rest for decoration.

9

Prepare the bread by pressing it into a round shape.

10

Spread two generous spoonfuls of the filling on one slice of bread and top with another slice.

11

Decorate the top with the remaining filling, shrimp, and bleak roe.

Cooking Techniques

mixinglayeringspreading

Equipment Needed

knifecutting boardmixing bowlwhiskplate

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishdairyegg

Also Known As

Swedish Sandwich CakeSmorgastarta

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