Danish Smørrebrød Recipe (Open Sandwich)
Smørrebrød is a traditional Danish open-faced sandwich, typically made by topping slices of rye bread with a variety of cured and smoked meats, cheeses, pickled vegetables, sauces, and fresh herbs. It is commonly enjoyed as a lunch or a quick snack.
Ingredients
- Rye bread – 1 slice
- Danish remoulade or butter- 2 tbsp
- Pickled herrings – 2-3 slices
- Red onion rings – 4 slices
- Small gherkins – 1-2
- Fresh dill or thyme
- Cayenne pepper or paprika, optional – to taste
Instructions
- Spread the Danish remoulade or the butter on the rye bread.
- Place the herrings, onion rings, and diced gherkins on top.
- Garnish with thyme or dill and sprinkle cayenne pepper to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 369kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 34gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 3620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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