Smoked Salmon Tart (Print Version)
Flaky puff pastry loaded with smoked salmon and smooth cream cheese, shaped like a star.
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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6 ounces of smoked salmon
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2 pre-made puff pastry sheets
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2/3 cup of soft cream cheese
→ Seasonings
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16 chopped chive stems
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1 diced shallot
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A pinch of black pepper (about 1/4 tsp)
→ Topping
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1 spoon of milk (1 tbsp)
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1 egg yolk
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1 spoonful of poppy seeds (1 tbsp)
# Directions:
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Dice the shallot, mix it with cream cheese, chives, and pepper. Use a cutter to shape pastry into large circles about 12 inches wide.
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Layer the filling evenly over one pastry round, add the salmon on top. Place the second pastry round over everything.
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Slice 16 strips starting from the center outward, twist each piece. Add a small hole in the middle for steam to escape.
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Brush with the egg mix, sprinkle the poppy seeds all over. Bake in the oven at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden brown.
# Notes:
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Best served hot right after baking
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Keep the dough chilled before baking
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Ideal for gatherings or parties