Québec Maple Smoked Trout Mini-Tarts
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Ingredients
- 12 store-bought, unsweetened mini-tart shells
- 1- 9 oz block cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (preferably golden syrup for its delicate flavour)
- 1 tbsp capers, chopped
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly-ground pepper
- 6 oz Québec smoked trout
- 1 Lebanese cucumber, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup maple jelly
- 1 tsp lemon zest, grated or cut into strips
- 1 tbsp maple vinegar pearls
- Sprigs of fresh dill
Method
- Bake tart shells according to package instructions. Let cool.
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, lemon juice, maple syrup, capers, and onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide evenly into the shells.
- Garnish each with smoked trout and cucumber slices.
- In a small saucepan, melt the maple jelly and add the lemon zest to it. Season with salt and pepper.
- Brush mini-tarts with the maple jelly preparation. Allow them to set 30 minutes in the fridge. Decorate with maple vinegar pearls and dill sprigs.
REFRIGERATION TIME: 30 minutes
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