RED CAVIAR APPETIZER

By   November 21, 2014

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Caviar is a delicacy consisting of salt-cured fish eggs, in this case its Salmon caviar. Caviar considered a favorite appetizer in Slavic countries, and is commonly used as a garnish or a spread. It satisfies without overfilling. This luxury, gourmet food is also a healthy treat for our bodies. Health benefits include general boost to the immune system as well as very helpful for memory retention. Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce depression, help improve eye health, cardiovascular and brain function. Have I said enough to convince you to try it, if you haven’t tried it yet? You really should!

Red Caviar  Caviar is available for sale in most European Stores. Red Caviar is also available at Costco. Its usually sold in little jars. If the caviar being served as canapes, keep in mind that 2-ounce jar should serve approximately 8 people. So use your judgment on how much to buy.

The Caviar can also be prepared at home. Recently, we’ve bought a Salmon. When my husband cut into it, it was full of “goodness”. With some research, and good friend’s advice, I took on a challenge to prepare caviar, even though I have never done that before. The outcome: success!! So if you love fishing, and ever come across the same situation, do not put it to waste with the rest of the innards, instead, turn raw fish roe into a fine caviar.

Ingredients for preparing caviar:

  • 4 cups water
  • 1-2 tablespoons sea salt

Bring water with salt to boil. Turn off heat, and wait about 10 minutes for it to cool off a bit. You should be able to dip your finger in a water without burning it. Put the fish roe in a hot water for 1 minute. Strain caviar in a cheese cloth or a strainer. Rinse it with cold water, removing all the white/grey tissues. Strain again. This is a good time to try caviar, and add more salt as needed

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Carefully pack caviar into  jars, and refrigerate. Keep in mind, Caviar is extremely perishable. Fresh caviar should be bright, shiny. Like a good quality fish, it should not smell fishy at all. It should have a fresh sea breeze smell.

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Ingredients for Red Caviar Appetizer:

  • White bread, sliced
  • Red Caviar
  • Cream cheese or butter
  • Fresh dill or parsley to garnish with

Spread some cream cheese or butter over white bread slices. Spread some Red caviar. Top it with fresh dill or parsley.

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Enjoy!

RED CAVIAR APPETIZER

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Ingredients for preparing caviar:

  • 4 cups water
  • 1-2 tablespoons sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Bring water with salt to boil.
  2. Turn off heat, and wait about 10 minutes for it to cool off a bit. You should be able to dip your finger in a water without burning it.
  3. Put the fish roe in a hot water for 1 minute.
  4. Strain caviar in a cheese cloth or a strainer.
  5. Rinse it with cold water, removing all the white/grey tissues. Strain again.
  6. This is a good time to try caviar, and add more salt as needed
  7. Carefully, pack caviar into  jars, and refrigerate.

*Keep in mind, Caviar is extremely perishable. Fresh caviar should be bright, shiny. Like a good quality fish, it should not smell fishy at all. It should have a fresh sea breeze smell.

Ingredients for Red Caviar Appetizer:

  • White bread, sliced
  • Red Caviar
  • Cream cheese or butter
  • Fresh dill or parsley to garnish with

Instructions:

  1. Spread some cream cheese or butter over white bread slices.
  2. Spread some Red caviar.
  3. Top it with fresh dill or parsley.

Enjoy!

 

 

 

7 Comments on “RED CAVIAR APPETIZER

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  2. Natasha

    Hi Vera,

    Where do you buy the fish eggs? how are they called in English? How much are they? Can’t wait to try your recipe.

    1. VerasCooking.com Post author

      Natasha, we buy fresh salmon straight from the fishermen boat, and sometimes it would have eggs in it. I know some people throw it away, but I prefer to cook it. Most European markets sell Salmon caviar, but its not as good and fresh as the homemade 😉

  3. Tzivia

    Wow omg would love to make homemade caviar tho am wondering if it would also work with another fish only cuz I’m allergic to salmon @ usual vera always find ways to make your own goodies me 2 love homemade food cheaper and so much healthier

    1. Vera Post author

      I’m so sorry you’re allergic to salmon. It’s one of my favorites! Unfortunately this recipe will not work with other fish. Salmon caviar is very unique in texture and different from other fish. So sorry dear.

      1. Tzivia

        Oh ok no problemo I can always pass this recipe on to this very good friend of mine who always loves to recreate recipes like these thanx so much anyways darlin have not heard from u in a while hope all is well enjoy ur summer while it lasts cheers

        1. Vera Post author

          Thank you so much, Tzivia, for reading and commenting here. My summer is going great. Went on a long vacation to East Coast, and now I’m busy entertaining my kiddos while they’re on summer break. Check back soon, I’m going to post all about our trip 😉

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