Hamburg Smörgåsbord

Ingredients

The Hamburg Smörgåsbord differs from the original Swedish version by incorporating Hamburg-specific ingredients and flavors. It introduces elements of Hamburg's culinary traditions, such as the use of local spices and ingredients. The dish also showcases Hamburg's love for seafood, with the inclusion of fresh fish and seafood options. Additionally, the Hamburg Smörgåsbord incorporates Hamburg's unique bread varieties and condiments, adding a distinct local touch to the traditional Swedish dish. We alse have the original recipe for Smörgåsbord, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) smoked salmon 500g (1.1 lb) smoked salmon
• 250g (8.8 oz) pickled herring 250g (8.8 oz) pickled herring
• 200g (7 oz) roast beef 200g (7 oz) roast beef
• 200g (7 oz) liverwurst 200g (7 oz) liverwurst
• 200g (7 oz) Hamburg-style sausages 200g (7 oz) Hamburg-style sausages
• 150g (5.3 oz) shrimp 150g (5.3 oz) shrimp
• 150g (5.3 oz) crab meat 150g (5.3 oz) crab meat
• 4 hard-boiled eggs 4 hard-boiled eggs
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 200g (7 oz) cream cheese 200g (7 oz) cream cheese
• 200g (7 oz) sour cream 200g (7 oz) sour cream
• 2 tablespoons dill, chopped 2 tablespoons dill, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
• 2 tablespoons capers 2 tablespoons capers
• 8 slices of Hamburg-style bread 8 slices of Hamburg-style bread
• Butter, for spreading Butter, for spreading

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat: 25g (total), 10g (saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 30g (total), 5g (sugars)
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Slice the smoked salmon, pickled herring, roast beef, liverwurst, and Hamburg-style sausages into thin slices.
2. 2.
   Arrange the sliced meats, seafood, hard-boiled eggs, red onion, and cucumber on a large platter.
3. 3.
   In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, dill, chives, and capers to make a creamy sauce.
4. 4.
   Toast the slices of Hamburg-style bread and spread butter on each slice.
5. 5.
   Serve the Hamburg Smörgåsbord with the creamy sauce and toasted Hamburg-style bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Smoked salmon — Ensure the salmon is thinly sliced for optimal texture and flavor.
• Pickled herring — Rinse the herring before using to remove excess brine.
• Hamburg-style sausages — Grill or pan-fry the sausages until cooked through.
• Cream cheese — Use a high-quality cream cheese for a creamy and smooth sauce.
• Hamburg-style bread — If Hamburg-style bread is not available, substitute with a hearty rye bread.

Tips & Tricks

• Experiment with different types of seafood, such as mussels or oysters, to add variety to the Hamburg Smörgåsbord.
• Add a touch of Hamburg's spice by sprinkling some paprika or chili flakes on the creamy sauce.
• For a vegetarian twist, replace the meat and seafood with grilled vegetables and marinated tofu.
• Serve the Hamburg Smörgåsbord with a side of traditional Hamburg-style potato salad for a complete meal.
• Customize the toppings by adding sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes, or fresh herbs for extra freshness and color.

Serving advice

Serve the Hamburg Smörgåsbord as a centerpiece on a large platter, allowing guests to help themselves to the various dishes. Encourage them to create their own open-faced sandwiches using the Hamburg-style bread as a base.

Presentation advice

Arrange the sliced meats, seafood, and other ingredients in an aesthetically pleasing manner on the platter. Use fresh herbs and edible flowers as garnishes to add a pop of color and visual appeal.