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Swedish shrimp skagen

Prep time
15 min
Servings
4
Total time
30 min
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Classic Swedish prawn skagen with mayonnaise, crème fraîche, dill and red onion. Perfect as a starter on toasted bread or on the smörgåsbord.

Ingredients

4servings
  • 400 g frozen prawns, thawed and peeled
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp crème fraîche
  • 0.5 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped dill
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and white pepper
  • Toasted bread and lemon wedges to serve

Method

  1. 1
    Thaw the prawns in the fridge and remove any shells. Pat dry with kitchen paper.
  2. 2
    Mix mayonnaise and crème fraîche in a bowl. Stir in red onion, dill and lemon juice.
  3. 3
    Gently fold in the prawns. Season with salt and white pepper.
  4. 4
    Leave to chill for at least 15 minutes for the flavours to meld. Serve on toasted bread or crispbread with a lemon wedge.

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  1. 1

    Thaw the prawns in the fridge and remove any shells. Pat dry with kitchen paper.

  2. 2

    Mix mayonnaise and crème fraîche in a bowl. Stir in red onion, dill and lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Gently fold in the prawns. Season with salt and white pepper.

  4. 4

    Leave to chill for at least 15 minutes for the flavours to meld. Serve on toasted bread or crispbread with a lemon wedge.

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  • Read through every step before you start and measure everything first.
  • This recipe is written for 4 servings and Swedish kitchen measures.
  • Taste and adjust at the end if you cook with salty stock, cheese, soy sauce, or fond.

Serving profile

Pace
balanced kitchen flow
Kitchen load
a few moving parts, still manageable
Serving style
meant to land on the table for a group
Best for
weeknight cooking with fewer decisions

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