Classic Swedish Shrimp Toast
A beloved Swedish appetizer featuring creamy shrimp salad piled high on crispy, buttery toast. Perfect for a quick lunch or elegant starter.
Ingredients
- 7.9 oz shrimp
- 4.1 oz mayonnaise
- 4.4 oz soured cream
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 tbsp red onion
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 4 slices rye bread
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Start by preparing the shrimp salad. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, mayonnaise, and soured cream. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
- 2
Add the finely chopped red onion, fresh dill, and lemon juice to the shrimp mixture. Season with a generous pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix everything together, then taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- 3
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the shrimp salad for at least 20 minutes. This allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
20 min - 4
When you're ready to serve, toast the rye bread slices until golden and crisp. You can do this in a toaster or on a stovetop pan.
5 min - 5
While the bread is toasting, melt the butter in a small pan. Lightly brush the melted butter over the warm toast slices for extra flavor and a beautiful finish.
2 min - 6
Divide the chilled shrimp salad evenly among the four toast slices, piling it high in the center. Garnish with a fresh sprig of dill if you like.
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