Hello friends,
Today I’m bringing you a simple, easy-to-make, and delicious recipe for your lunch or dinner.
Here are the savory waffles with smoked salmon.
Everyone loves waffles!! Myself included! They are always a great idea—whether for breakfast, lunch, a snack, or dinner. Sweet or savory, at Casserole & Chocolat, you have plenty of choices!! Here is a list of waffle recipes already available for you to enjoy!!
- Liège waffles (a crispy and soft delight!)
- Christophe Felder’s waffles (this is my go-to snack recipe!)
- Savory 5 C waffles (a super tasty vegetarian recipe that will make your dinners truly delicious)
- Cyril Lignac’s waffles (unlike Felder’s, these use baking powder, meaning less resting time—perfect for when you’re craving waffles ASAP!)
- Savory pumpkin waffles (healthy, easy, and delicious…)
So here’s a new version you’re going to love!
The culinary art of savory salmon waffles: A delicious fusion of flavors!
Savory salmon waffles bring together the classic sweet waffle with the rich flavors of the sea. This creative dish combines the crispy lightness of waffles with the depth of smoked salmon for an unforgettable taste experience. Whether as a quick snack, a light meal, or an elegant appetizer, savory salmon waffles will delight even the most refined palates.
The idea of pairing waffles with a savory topping isn’t new, but it’s been making a major comeback in recent years. While waffles are traditionally associated with sweet toppings like maple syrup or whipped cream, many creative chefs have reimagined them with savory ingredients, such as salmon or chorizo. This could actually be a great alternative for this recipe…
Preparing savory salmon waffles is quite simple, requiring a basic waffle batter enriched with smoked salmon. The batter can be enhanced with fresh herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor. Here, I chose dill because I love its fresh taste.
Some people also add cheese, such as Gruyère or Parmesan, for an extra creamy touch.
For the topping, I use smoked salmon to intensify the flavor already present in the batter. To accompany these savory smoked salmon waffles, I suggest a zesty lemon sauce and a salad with a vinaigrette you’re going to love! These two elements are quick and easy to prepare—don’t skip them! Their combination with the waffles is divine!!
This recipe truly defines culinary versatility: these waffles can be served as bite-sized appetizers at a dinner party, as a light starter with a fresh salad, or even as a main dish for lunch or dinner. It’s just the kind of recipe I love!
I used buttermilk for the waffle batter. It’s a fermented milk with a creamy, smooth, and slightly tangy taste. Buttermilk is simply milk with lactic ferments, similar to yogurt. However, you can use regular milk or yogurt for this recipe.
Essential utensils:
- A mixing bowl
- A good whisk
- A cutting board
- A sharp paring knife
- A ladle (to pour the batter)
- And, of course, a waffle iron!
That’s everything you need! Ready to make my savory smoked salmon waffles? Let’s put on our aprons and get started!
The recipe, Chef!
Smoked Salmon Waffles
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Loading...Ingredients
- Waffle batter
- 250 g flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3 eggs
- 100 g butter at room temperature
- 250 ml buttermilk
- 200 g slices smoked salmon
- 2 stalks of dill
- Dip
- 1 small lime
- 150 g yoghurt
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- Salad
- 100 g lettuce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 tsp mustard
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
Waffle batter
Combine the flour, baking powder, eggs, butter, 2 pinches of salt and buttermilk until homogeneous.
Chop the dill. Cut one slice of smoked salmon in small cubes. Add both to the batter.
Set aside in your fridge for 30 minutes.
Heat your waffle maker, brush oil or butter on the plates and cook your waffles until golden.
Dip
Combine the yoghurt with the lime juice and zest.
Season with salt and paprika.
Salad
Wash and drain the lettuce.
Combine the oil, lemon juice, mustard and maple syrup. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour on the lettuce.
Serve the waffles with the remaining smoked salmon, salad and lime dip.
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