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Classic Swedish Toast Skagen by Matmackan

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Classic Swedish Toast Skagen by Matmackan

Refined Swedish open-faced sandwich featuring chilled shrimp salad, fresh dill, and delicate whitefish roe.

Serves: 4Prep: 20 minCook: 5 min

Ingredients

  • 4 slices white bread, crusts removed
  • 400g (14 oz) peeled shrimp, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup homemade mayonnaise (see below)
  • 1 tbsp fresh horseradish, finely grated
  • 3 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 4 tbsp whitefish roe (löjrom)
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 large eggs (for mayonnaise)
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard (for mayonnaise)
  • 1 tsp champagne vinegar (for mayonnaise)
  • 0.25 tsp msg (for mayonnaise)
  • 0.25 tsp salt (for mayonnaise)
  • 200ml neutral oil (for mayonnaise)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the mayonnaise by whisking eggs, mustard, vinegar, MSG, and salt in a bowl; slowly drizzle in oil while whisking constantly until thick and emulsified.
  2. Combine the chopped shrimp, 1 cup of the prepared mayonnaise, grated horseradish, chopped dill, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl until well incorporated.
  3. Toast the bread slices in a pan with a little butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
  4. Divide the shrimp mixture evenly among the toasted bread slices.
  5. Top each serving with a generous tablespoon of whitefish roe and a sprig of fresh dill before serving immediately.

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