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Endive Bites with Whipped Goat Cheese, Smoked Trout, and Pickled Red Onions Recipe

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4.9 from 139 reviews
  • Author: Jack
  • Total Time: 12 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 appetizers 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A sophisticated and elegant appetizer featuring crisp endive leaves filled with light, fluffy whipped goat cheese and topped with delicate smoked trout, pickled red onions, and fresh dill. The pickled red onions add a tangy crunch that complements the creamy cheese and smoky fish, making this dish a perfect starter for any dinner party or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Pickled Red Onions

  • 1 Red Onion
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Distilled White Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Salt

Endive with Whipped Goat Cheese and Smoked Trout

  • 3 Endive
  • 5 ounces Goat Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
  • 4 ounces Smoked Trout
  • Pickled Red Onions (to taste)
  • Fresh Dill (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pickled Red Onions: Slice the red onion and place it in a heat-safe jar.
  2. Make Pickling Liquid: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine water, honey, and fine salt, stirring until dissolved.
  3. Add Vinegar and Pour: Stir in the distilled white vinegar, then pour the hot pickling liquid over the red onions in the jar.
  4. Pickle the Onions: Allow the jar to cool to room temperature, cover it, and refrigerate for at least 12 hours or until the onions turn bright pink.
  5. Whip Goat Cheese: Using a whisk or stand mixer with a whisk attachment, whip the goat cheese and heavy cream until the mixture becomes fluffy and well combined, about 3 minutes.
  6. Assemble Endive Cups: Fill the lower half of each endive leaf with approximately 1 1/2 teaspoons of the whipped goat cheese.
  7. Add Smoked Trout: Place a small piece of smoked trout on top of the whipped goat cheese in each endive.
  8. Garnish: Top each endive with a slice of the pickled red onion and fresh dill sprigs according to taste.
  9. Serve: Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator; if chilled, bring to room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For best flavor, pickle the onions at least a day ahead.
  • You can adjust the sweetness of the pickling liquid by varying the honey amount.
  • Use fresh, high-quality smoked trout for the best taste.
  • Whipping the goat cheese with heavy cream makes the filling light and airy.
  • This appetizer can be prepared in advance and assembled just before serving to maintain freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: European

Keywords: endive, whipped goat cheese, smoked trout, pickled red onions, appetizer, elegant starter, no-cook recipe, easy party food

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