Toast Skagen
"Named after a fishing port at the northern tip of Denmark, Toast Skagen is typically served as a starter at Swedish dinner parties. Toast Skagen is an elegant combination of prawns and other ingredients on a small piece of sautéed bread. When you really want to celebrate something, be extravagantly generous with the whitefish roe. The sprig of dill on the top serves as a fanfare."
Original is 4 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (225 g)
- Calories 376.8
- Total Fat - 24.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 9.8 g
- Cholesterol - 222.5 mg
- Sodium - 1006.2 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 13.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1.9 g
- Sugars - 5.4 g
- Protein - 26.9 g
- Calcium - 103.2 mg
- Iron - 0.9 mg
- Vitamin C - 42.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Using a biscuit cutter, cut a round out of each bread slice. Sauté the bread in a little butter until golden brown on both sides. Place on paper towels.
Step 2
If the prawns are large, cut them into smaller pieces. Save four sprigs of dill for garnishes. Finely chop the rest of the dill and mix with the prawns, mayonnaise and mustard.
Step 3
Apportion the mixture on the slices of sautéed bread. Shape the whitefish roe like eggs and place on top of the shrimp mixture. Garnish each with a sprig of dill and serve with a slice of lemon.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the bread for this recipe, it is best to use white bread that is slightly stale so it will hold up to the sautéing.
- When selecting the shrimp, make sure to choose cooked shrimp that is already peeled and deveined.
- Substitute the whitefish roe with smoked salmon: This substitution is great for those looking to add a smoky flavor to the dish. The texture and flavor of the smoked salmon will also add an interesting contrast to the dish.
- Substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt: This substitution is a healthier option as Greek yogurt is lower in fat and calories than mayonnaise. It also adds a creamy texture and a mild tangy flavor to the dish.
Smoked Salmon Toast Skagen Replace the cooked shrimp with 11 ounces of smoked salmon. Sauté the smoked salmon in a little butter until golden brown on both sides. Place on paper towels. Mix the smoked salmon with the mayonnaise, mustard and chopped dill. Apportion the mixture on the slices of sautéed bread. Shape the whitefish roe like eggs and place on top of the smoked salmon mixture. Garnish each with a sprig of dill and serve with a slice of lemon.
Swedish Potato Salad - This classic Swedish potato salad is a perfect accompaniment to Toast Skagen. It is made with potatoes, onions, and a creamy mayonnaise-sour cream dressing. The addition of fresh herbs like dill and parsley adds a nice flavor to the salad, making it a great complement to the Toast Skagen's seafood flavors.
Swedish Meatballs - Swedish meatballs are a classic dish that pairs perfectly with the Swedish potato salad. Made with ground beef, pork, and spices, these meatballs are simmered in a creamy gravy and served over boiled potatoes. The savory flavor of the meatballs complements the creamy mayonnaise-sour cream dressing in the potato salad, making it a delicious combination.
FAQ
Q: How do I prepare Toast Skagen?
A: Toast Skagen is a combination of prawns, mayonnaise, mustard, whitefish roe, and dill on top of sautéed bread. Start by cutting a round out of each bread slice with a biscuit cutter. Sauté the bread in butter and set aside. Mix the prawns, mayonnaise, mustard, and chopped dill together. Apportion the mixture on the slices of sautéed bread. Shape the whitefish roe like eggs and place on top of the shrimp mixture. Garnish each with a sprig of dill and serve with a slice of lemon.
Q: What are the health benefits of Toast Skagen?
A: Toast Skagen is a nutritious dish that can provide several health benefits. It is high in protein from the prawns and omega-3 fatty acids from the whitefish roe. The mayonnaise and butter used in the recipe provide healthy fats, while the dill is a good source of antioxidants. Additionally, the sautéed bread is a good source of carbohydrates.
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Fun facts:
The Toast Skagen was named after the fishing port of Skagen, located at the northern tip of Denmark. It is a popular dish served in Swedish dinner parties and is said to have been invented by a Swedish chef, Tore Wretman, in the late 1950s.
The Toast Skagen was famously served at the Nobel Prize banquet in Stockholm in 1976. It was served as an appetizer to the Nobel Laureates and their guests and was a favorite among the guests.