Danish Smørrebrød

The Delightful Danish Smørrebrød

Originating from Denmark, Smørrebrød is an open-faced sandwich that's a true delight to both the eyes and the taste buds. These sandwiches are an iconic part of Danish cuisine and are typically enjoyed for lunch or as a light dinner. What makes Smørrebrød special is the attention to detail given to each layer, creating a masterpiece of flavors and textures.

Traditionally, Smørrebrød consists of a dense rye bread base topped with a variety of ingredients such as pickled herring, smoked salmon, cold cuts, pate, and a selection of fresh vegetables and herbs. Each sandwich is a work of art, showcasing the creativity and culinary expertise of the chef or home cook.

Let's Make Some Danish Smørrebrød!

For this classic Danish Smørrebrød recipe, you'll need the following ingredients:

• 4 slices of dense rye bread
• 100g pickled herring
• 100g smoked salmon
• 100g liver pate
• 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• Handful of fresh dill
• Handful of watercress
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toast the rye bread slices until they are nice and crispy.
2. Spread a generous layer of liver pate on each slice of toast.
3. Top two slices with pickled herring and the other two with smoked salmon.
4. Arrange the cucumber slices, hard-boiled egg slices, dill, and watercress on top of the fish.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve the Smørrebrød with a side of remoulade or mustard for extra flavor.

Enjoy this delightful Danish Smørrebrød with a cold glass of aquavit or Danish beer for a truly authentic Scandinavian experience!

Cheers, Gemma