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Close up of Toast Skagen topped with caviar.

Traditional Toast Skagen (Swedish Shrimp Toasts)

An easy and elegant Swedish appetizer...crispy, buttery toast topped with creamy shrimp salad and caviar. A perfect way to begin a memorable evening!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Nordic, Scandinavian, Swedish
Keyword: caper relish, shrimp salad, Toast Skagen
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 16 small toasts
Calories: 120kcal
Author: Kristi

Ingredients

For the Toast Skagen:

  • 1 recipe Skagenröra (Swedish Shrimp Salad)
  • 8-10 slices White sandwich bread crusts removed and each slice cut into 2 triangles
  • Butter for spreading
  • Caviar for serving (optional)
  • Caper Relish for serving, recipe below (optional)
  • Lemon wedges for serving

For the optional Caper Relish:

  • 3 tablespoons capers rinsed and drained
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Make the optional Caper Relish if desired:  Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.  Set aside.
  • Butter both sides of each triangle of bread.  Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add half of the bread triangles and toast on both sides until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the skillet and set aside. Repeat with remaining bread triangles.
  • Transfer the bread triangles to a serving platter.  Top each with a spoonful of skagenröra and a small dollop of caviar or caper relish.  Garnish with dill sprigs. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

The Skagenröra (Swedish Shrimp Salad) can be prepared up to a day ahead of time.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 387mg | Potassium: 64mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 1mg