Classic Swedish Skagen
Bring a taste of Sweden to your table with this **Classic Swedish Skagen**, a decadent open-faced shrimp salad sandwich that's as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Featuring tender, perfectly cooked shrimp tossed in a creamy blend of rich mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, bright lemon juice, and fragrant fresh dill, this timeless Scandinavian dish is bursting with vibrant flavors and delicate textures. A hint of Dijon mustard and finely chopped red onion add a subtle depth to the mix, while buttery, golden-toasted bread provides the perfect crisp foundation. For an extra indulgent touch, top with a dollop of luxurious fish roe, and serve with a fresh lemon wedge for added zest. Ready in just 20 minutes with minimal cooking involved, this recipe is ideal for brunch, light lunches, or elegant appetizers, proving that simplicity can be utterly sophisticated.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 100 grams mayonnaise
- 50 grams sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 slices white bread slices
- 50 grams fish roe (optional)
- 4 pieces lemon wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a medium-sized pot of water to boil, add a pinch of salt, and then cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and set aside to cool.
Once cooled, chop the shrimp into roughly 1 cm pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
In the bowl with the shrimp, add mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped dill, red onion, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Toast the bread slices until golden brown on both sides, approximately 2 minutes per side.
Place the toasted bread on a serving plate. Spoon the shrimp mixture generously onto each slice.
Optional: Top each serving with a small spoonful of fish roe for an added touch of luxury.
Garnish each plate with a lemon wedge for squeezing over the Skagen before eating.
Serve immediately and enjoy your classic Swedish Skagen.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.7 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.9 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 848 mg | 283% | |
| Sodium | 3268 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 80.6 g | 161% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 559 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1034 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
