Smoked Salmon Rose Appetizers

Elena Butuc

Elevate your festive occasions with these delicate smoked salmon roses. Originating from my culinary days in a renowned restaurant, these roses are not only a visual delight but a gastronomic one too. A classic appetizer with a twist, you can swap out the lemon for pickled capers for a more intense flavor.

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Ingredients

Metric US

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Smoked salmon

300 g

pre-sliced, as shown in the image below

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Philadelphia cream cheese

100 g

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Lemon

1 piece

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Fresh parsley

3 pieces

or you can use green dill

Step by step

Step 1

Refer to the image for the ideal pre-sliced salmon variant. Available in 200-300g packs from various brands, always opt for pre-sliced to save effort and ensure uniformity.

Step 2

Lay a salmon slice on a flat surface.

Step 3

Fold the slice in half, aligning its length.

Step 4

Begin rolling from the folded end.

Step 5

Once rolled, position the salmon rose on your serving dish. Ensure the gray side of the salmon remains hidden for a pristine presentation.

Step 6

Transfer the cream cheese to a piping bag and pipe a small dollop on each salmon rose. For a twist, consider blending the cream cheese with horseradish for a zesty kick.

In the absence of a piping bag, you can gently spoon or spread the cream cheese.