These Scandi-style open sandwiches (or smørrebrød) make the perfect light lunch or picnic centrepiece. The combinations of toppings are endless; try rye with creamy avocado, flaked smoked salmon, crème fraîche, capers and dill to satisfy any brunch cravings, or ricotta with griddled asparagus, hard-boiled egg and peppery radishes. Delicious!
The best bit? You can serve DIY-style and bring all the components to the table to allow guests to top their rye as they prefer, meaning minimal time spent in the kitchen.
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Yields:
4
Total Time:
10 mins
Ingredients
Rye bread
Ricotta
Griddled fine asparagus
Sliced hard boiled eggs
Sliced radishes
Mashed avocado
Flaked hot smoked salmon
Crème Fraîche
Capers
Dill
Basil pesto
Parma ham
Sliced chargrilled artichokes
Rocket leaves
Directions
Step 1
Top a slice of rye bread with 2tbsp ricotta, 4 griddled fine asparagus spears, ½ sliced hard-boiled egg and 2 sliced radishes; or ½ mashed avocado, flaked hot smoked salmon, 1tbsp crème fraîche, 1tsp capers and a sprinkling of dill; or 1tbsp basil pesto, 1 slice Parma ham, 2 sliced chargrilled artichokes and a few rocket leaves.
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