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Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Dill Creme Fraiche

Recipe by Western Star

A fantastic little Christmas appetiser or party finger food idea using smoked salmon. Learn to make your own blinis.

Blinis with Smoked Salmon and Dill Creme Fraiche
Prep 10 minutesCook 15 minutesServes 8
IngredientsMethod
  • 150g plain flour
  • 2 tsp caster sugar
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 180ml full cream milk
  • 1 egg
  • 50g Western Star Salt Reduced Butter, melted
  • 350g smoked salmon, sliced into bite sized pieces
  • 250g creme fraiche
  • 1 tbsp dill sprigs
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice and zest
  1. In a large bowl, sift in the flour, baking powder, sugar and a pinch of salt. In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and half of the melted butter
  2. Gradually whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, until a smooth batter forms. Transfer into the fridge for 30 minutes
  3. While the batter chills, prepare the dill creme fraiche. In a small bowl, mix together the creme fraiche, dill, lemon zest and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, and place in the fridge until ready to serve
  4. Heat a large non-stick fry pan over a medium heat. Lightly brush the pan with a small amount of the remaining melted butter
  5. Add around one tablespoon of batter to the pan, and cook for 1 minute or until small bubbles appear on the surface. Turnover and cook for a further 30 seconds or until cooked. Repeat with the remaining butter and batter
  6. To serve, top the blinis with the dill creme fraiche and smoked salmon

Made with Western Star

Western Star Salt Reduced Butter

Western Star Salt Reduced Butter

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