Simple but delicious Potted Salmon

This simple and delicious recipe comes from Head Chef and Owner Tom Jackson at Finbarr’s Durham. Perfect for a seafood snack or a New Year’s Eve starter…

Finbarr’s 

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INGREDIENTS

• 250g Hot Smoked Salmon (Flaked)
• 250g Fresh Salmon (Steamed And Flaked)
• 100g Smoked Salmon (Thinly Shredded)
• 2 Egg Yolks
• Juice From 1/2 Lemon
• 100g Sour Cream
• 100g Soft Butter
• 1small Bunch Dill (Chopped)
• Salt & Pepper
• 150g Melted Butter (Clarified)

METHOD

Blend the egg yolks, lemon juice, sour cream & soft butter in a food processor until smooth.

Remove the mixture to a large bowl and season with salt and pepper

Stir in chopped dill & all of the salmon (being careful not to overwork the salmon, gentle fold).

Place in small ramekins and put in the fridge to set.

Once set pour a thin layer of clarified butter on the top of the potted salmon to seal and return to refrigerator.

Serve with dressed watercress and crusty bread.