The crispy rice tartines with salmon are a modern, elegant, and surprisingly crunchy appetizer, perfect for buffets and aperitifs. The base consists of small rice crackers, light and crispy, which perfectly match the strong and enveloping taste of smoked salmon.
Simple to make, these tartines start from boiled rice, compacted and cut into small rectangles, which once fried become crispy and golden. On this fragrant base rests a slice of salmon and a small tuft of mayonnaise that adds creaminess and roundness to the flavor. To finish off, fresh chives, which give an aromatic and lively touch to every bite.
For this recipe, I chose RE SALMONE , a high-quality smoked salmon, never frozen, always processed fresh, and free of colorings and additives. Traditionally smoked on beech wood and low in salt, it gives these tartines a refined taste that makes them… truly unique!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 15 Minutes
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Portions: 20 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups risotto rice
- 3 oz smoked salmon Re Salmone
- to taste mayonnaise
- to taste vegetable oil for frying (for frying)
- to taste chives
- to taste salt
Steps
Preparation of rice crackers
Pour the rice into 2 cups of slightly salted water and stir. At this point, let it cook until fully absorbed, without stirring, until it is very soft and well compacted.
Transfer it to a small baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using the back of a spoon, flatten it well to form an even, compact layer. Let it cool completely, then cut it into small regular rectangles. Set aside for frying.Frying and preparation of ingredients
Heat plenty of vegetable oil in a deep skillet. When it’s hot, immerse a few rectangles at a time: in a few seconds they will puff up, becoming crispy and golden. Drain on absorbent paper and let cool. In the meantime, cut the salmon slices into strips and roll them up to form small roses, prepare the chives finely chopped. Also, prepare the mayonnaise in a piping bag or with a spoon.Assembly of the tartines
Place the rice crackers on a serving dish. Lay a rose of smoked salmon on each. Add a tuft of mayonnaise, to add creaminess and bind the flavors. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh chives, and your crispy rice tartines with salmon are ready! Serve immediately to keep the crunchiness, or store in the refrigerator for a short time before enjoying.
Variations
1. Crispy tartines with yogurt and lime sauce
Replace the mayonnaise with a cream of Greek yogurt, grated lime, and a drizzle of oil. The result is fresher and lighter, perfect for a summer appetizer or for those who prefer a less rich taste.
2. Crispy tartines with avocado and salmon
Add a base of mashed avocado with lemon and salt before the salmon. The green cream gives a soft and velvety note that goes perfectly with the crunchiness of the rice and the taste of smoked salmon.