Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMeritageSmoked Whitefish Beggars Purse Recipe

Smoked Whitefish Beggars Purse Recipe

Inspired by Meritage
Time45m
Serves4

Smoked salmon caviar, everything spice, buttermilk-dill sauce

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Ingredients

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For the Beggars Purse

For the Buttermilk-Dill Sauce

For Garnish

Method

For the Beggars Purse

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a mixing bowl, combine the smoked whitefish, softened cream cheese, chopped chives, lemon zest, everything bagel seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Purse

    Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling into the center of the wrapper. Wet the edges of the wrapper with a little water, then gather the corners and pinch them together to form a purse. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

  3. 3

    Cook the Purse

    In a large pot, bring water to a gentle boil. Carefully drop the purses into the boiling water and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

For the Buttermilk-Dill Sauce

  1. 4

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, chopped dill, and garlic powder. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Mix well until smooth and creamy.

To Serve

  1. 5

    Plate the Dish

    Place the cooked beggars purses on a serving platter. Drizzle with the buttermilk-dill sauce and top with smoked salmon caviar. Garnish with fresh dill sprigs.

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