Shrimp Blini

Soft, golden blinis make the perfect base for a creamy tartare-style shrimp topping. Each bite of the Shrimp Blini balances the tender pancake with the freshness of lemon and dill, making them ideal for entertaining. These dainty canapés look sophisticated yet are simple enough for any home cook to prepare with ease.

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 15

Total Time 40

Servings Canapes

Ingredients

The Blinis:

100 g plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 pinch salt
150 ml milk
1 large egg free range
20 g butter melted, plus extra for cooking

Shrimp Topping:

200 g shrimp cooked finely diced
3 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp capers finely chopped
1 tsp gherkins finely chopped
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp shallot finely chopped
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
fresh dill for garnish

Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
100 g plain flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch salt
In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg and melted butter. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, whisking until smooth.
150 ml milk, 1 large egg, 20 g butter
The batter should be thick but pourable. Set aside for 10 minutes to rest.
Heat a little butter in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Spoon small rounds of batter (about a tablespoon each) into the pan, leaving space between them.
Cook for 1–2 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another minute until golden. Transfer to a plate and allow to cool.
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced shrimp, mayonnaise, lemon juice, capers, gherkins, mustard, and shallot.
200 g shrimp, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1 tsp capers, 1 tsp gherkins, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp shallot
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined.
salt, freshly ground black pepper
Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Place the cooled blinis on a serving platter. Spoon a small mound of the shrimp mixture onto each blini.
Top each Shrimp Blinis with a small sprig of fresh dill for a finishing touch.
fresh dill

Notes

Serving Suggestion for Shrimp Blinis:

Serve immediately as an elegant appetiser or canapé, perhaps with a glass of sparkling wine. Shrimp Blinis are best enjoyed fresh, though both the blinis and shrimp mixture can be prepared a few hours ahead and assembled just before serving.

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