Bagel & Lox Recipe
Smoked Salmon, Herbed Cream Cheese, Cucumber, Fried Capers, Pickled Red Onion, Dill
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Ingredients
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Bagel & Lox Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Pickle the Red Onion
Thinly slice the red onion and place it in a small bowl. Pour the white vinegar over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes to pickle.
- 2
Fry the Capers
In a small frying pan over medium heat, add the capers and fry them for about 3-4 minutes until they become crispy. Remove from heat and let them drain on paper towels.
- 3
Prepare the Cream Cheese
In a bowl, combine the cream cheese and fresh dill. Mix until well combined. You can add a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Slice the Cucumber
Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Set aside.
- 5
Toast the Bagels
Slice the bagels in half and toast them to your desired level of crispiness.
- 6
Assemble the Bagel & Lox
Spread a generous layer of the herbed cream cheese on each half of the toasted bagel. Layer the smoked salmon on top, followed by the sliced cucumber, fried capers, and pickled red onions.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Finish with a sprinkle of fresh dill and additional black pepper if desired. Serve immediately.