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Seafood Flavor Log

Seafood Flavor Log

Discover the Seafood Flavor Log a no-cook elegant appetizer with crab smoked salmon and shrimp Perfect for holiday parties and effortless hosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g canned crab meat, drained
  • 150 g smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 200 g cooked shrimp, peeled
  • 250 g fresh cheese (like fromage frais or cream cheese)
  • 100 g thick cream (crème épaisse) or heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • to taste fresh dill, chopped
  • slices bread slices or buckwheat galettes

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula or spoon
  • Plastic wrap
  • Sharp knife
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine fresh cheese, thick cream, and lemon juice.
  2. Add chopped fresh dill, salt, and pepper; stir until homogenous and fluffy.
  3. Gently fold in the well-drained crab meat.
  4. Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap flat on your counter and arrange the bread or galettes on top, overlapping them.
  5. Spoon the crab and cream cheese mixture onto the bread canvas, spreading it evenly while leaving a tiny border at one end.
  6. Layer smoked salmon evenly over the creamy mixture, followed by cooked shrimp.
  7. Use the plastic wrap to aid in tightly rolling the bread and filling from one end.
  8. Chill the wrapped Seafood Flavor Log in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  9. When ready to serve, unroll the plastic wrap, slice into rounds about 1-inch thick, and garnish with fresh dill.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 11gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

This log can be made up to two days in advance, making it an excellent option for stress-free entertaining. To prevent sogginess, ensure all seafood is well-drained and pat dry any cooked shrimp before use. Use thin, soft bread for best results—consider gluten-free options like buckwheat galettes for dietary needs. For a stunning presentation, serve on a large white platter garnished with fresh dill and include light crackers on the side.
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