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Smoked Salmon Cheese Parcels

Creamy herbed cheese tucked inside smoked salmon parcels, chilled, elegant, and ready in minutes. The perfect appetizer.
Servings 2
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling time 2 hours 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 175 g smoked salmon
  • 100 g cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoon crème fraiche
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • lemon wedges and sprigs of dill
  • green salad
  • fresh bread

Instructions

  • Cut two large squares of cling film (about 20–25 cm each) and press one into each 9 cm ramekin, leaving plenty of overhang.
  • Lay half of the smoked salmon slices in each ramekin in a single layer, overlapping them so there are no gaps and the fish covers the bottom and sides.
  • In a bowl, stir together the cream cheese, crème fraîche, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped chives, chopped dill, and a grind or two of black pepper. Give it a taste and add a bit more lemon or pepper if you like.
  • Spoon the cheese mixture into each salmon-lined ramekin. Press it down gently so it fills every corner. Fold the salmon slices over the top to fully enclose the filling, add a small extra piece in the center if needed.
  • Gather the cling film over the top of each ramekin and twist to seal. Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours, or until firm.
  • When you’re ready, unwrap the parcels, invert them onto plates, and peel away the cling film. Serve immediately with lemon wedges, extra dill, a green salad, or crusty bread on the side. Enjoy!
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, British
Keyword: fish, salmon, Summer