Creme Fraiche Salmon Spread

Name: Creme Fraiche Salmon Spread
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 pound skinless fresh salmon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 0.5 cup creme fraiche; 1 small shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons); 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for garnish; 2 ounces smoked salmon (preferably unsliced), chopped to a ¼-inch dice; 1 small belgian endive, trimmed and thinly sliced, for serving; Seeded crackers, for serving

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By

Martha Stewart Editors

Updated on March 31, 2020

creme fraiche salmon spread — Photo: David Malosh

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

6

Tangy créme fraiche unites poached and smoked salmon in this quick and easy spread that's perfect for weekend brunch.

Ingredients

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound skinless fresh salmon, cut into 1-inch pieces
½ cup creme fraiche
1 small shallot, minced (about 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for garnish
2 ounces smoked salmon (preferably unsliced), chopped to a ¼-inch dice
1 small belgian endive, trimmed and thinly sliced, for serving
Seeded crackers, for serving

Directions

Bring 2 inches of water to a boil in a medium pot. Reduce heat to a simmer and season generously with salt. Add fresh salmon and poach until just cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to a plate. Let cool completely.
Combine creme fraiche, shallot, and chives in a medium bowl. Add poached and smoked salmon, gently stirring until just incorporated, with some flakes of fresh salmon remaining. Season with salt and pepper. Spread can be made 1 day ahead and stored in refrigerator. Before serving, top with chives and endive. Serve with crackers.