Smoked Sturgeon Spread with Grilled Bread Recipe

Name: Smoked Sturgeon Spread with Grilled Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup thinly sliced shallots (from 2 large shallots); 6 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 pound smoked sturgeon, broken into large chunks; 4 thyme sprigs; 2 teaspoons pure maple syrup; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 3/4 cup creme fraiche; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; Kosher salt; Pepper; Grilled country bread, watercress and pickled onions, for serving

Servings: persons

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup thinly sliced shallots (from 2 large shallots)
6 garlic cloves, crushed
1 pound smoked sturgeon, broken into large chunks
4 thyme sprigs
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3/4 cup creme fraiche
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Kosher salt
Pepper
Grilled country bread, watercress and pickled onions, for serving

1
Preheat the oven to 300.
2
In a large ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil.
3
Add the shallots and garlic and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
4
Fold in the sturgeon, thyme, maple syrup and crushed red pepper and bake until the fish is heated through, about 10 minutes.
5
Discard the thyme sprigs.
6
Scrape the contents of the skillet into a food processor and let cool completely.
7
Pulse until very coarsely chopped.
8
Scrape the mixture into a bowl, fold in the creme fraiche and lemon zest and season with salt and black pepper.
9
Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
10
Serve the smoked sturgeon spread with grilled bread, watercress and pickled onions.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 cup thinly sliced shallots (from 2 large shallots), 6 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 pound smoked sturgeon, broken into large chunks, and more.

Yes, Smoked Sturgeon Spread with Grilled Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Smoked Sturgeon Spread with Grilled Bread

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