Scandinavian 'open' sandwich (smrbrd) recipe

Name: Scandinavian 'open' sandwich (smrbrd) recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 150 ml (5.3fl oz) white wine vinegar; 100 g (3.5oz) fructose (fruit sugar); 1 cucumber; 8 slices smoked salmon; 4 toasted sourdough or rye bread; 2 avocados; 1 unwaxed lemon, zest and juice; 1 bunch of dill; 4 tbsp creme fraiche; 1 handful cucumber pickles, add to taste (ingredients listed separately); 1 pinch black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

150 ml (5.3fl oz) white wine vinegar
100 g (3.5oz) fructose (fruit sugar)
1 cucumber
8 slices smoked salmon
4 toasted sourdough or rye bread
2 avocados
1 unwaxed lemon, zest and juice
1 bunch of dill
4 tbsp creme fraiche
1 handful cucumber pickles, add to taste (ingredients listed separately)
1 pinch black pepper, to taste

1
First, make the pickled cucumber.
2
Place the white wine vinegar and fructose together in a small saucepan and warm through on a low-medium heat until the sugar completely dissolves.
3
Allow to cool.
4
Finely slice the cucumber and place in a deep bowl and add the cooled vinegar solution.
5
Pickle for about 1 hour before serving.
6
Please note, the cucumber keeps for about 6-8 hours however will turn soggy and slimy thereafter, so it is best to use up what you make on the day.
7
To make your smrbrd, slice open the avocado and cut segments to place on the sourdough or rye bread.
8
Fold the Norwegian smoked salmon on top of the avocado and then scatter the dill, squeeze some lemon juice on top and garnish with creme fraiche.

155

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 150 ml (5.3fl oz) white wine vinegar, 100 g (3.5oz) fructose (fruit sugar), 1 cucumber, 8 slices smoked salmon, and more.

Yes, Scandinavian 'open' sandwich (smrbrd) recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!