Danish Sandwiches Smrrebrd

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Denmark with Smørrebrød, the quintessential open-faced Danish sandwiches bursting with vibrant flavors and textures. Built atop hearty slices of Danish rye bread (rugbrød), this recipe celebrates Scandinavia’s finest ingredients, such as smoked salmon, pickled herring, and roast beef, adorned with fresh dill, crisp radishes, tangy remoulade sauce, and delicate capers. Perfect for a light lunch or an elegant appetizer platter, these artfully arranged sandwiches are as visually stunning as they are delicious. With no cooking required and endless topping combinations, Smørrebrød offers a quick, customizable, and authentic Nordic dining experience. Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon and enjoy the timeless charm of this Danish delicacy.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 slices Danish rye bread (rugbrød)
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 4 ounces Smoked salmon
• 2 pieces Hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• 4 fillets Pickled herring (optional)
• 4 slices Roast beef, thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoons Remoulade sauce
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 4 pieces Radishes, thinly sliced
• 0.5 pieces Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 4 wedges Lemon wedges
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Lay out the Danish rye bread slices on a large cutting board or serving platter.

Step 2

Spread a thin layer of butter on each slice of rye bread to create a rich base and prevent the toppings from soaking through.

Step 3

For the smoked salmon variation, add a slice of smoked salmon to the buttered bread, top with thinly sliced radishes, a sprinkle of fresh dill, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

Step 4

For the hard-boiled egg variation, layer sliced hard-boiled eggs on the bread, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and black pepper, and garnish with fresh dill or thinly sliced cucumber.

Step 5

For the pickled herring variation, place a fillet of pickled herring on the bread, add a dollop of remoulade sauce, and top with capers and a small sprig of dill.

Step 6

For the roast beef variation, layer thin slices of roast beef on the bread, drizzle with remoulade sauce, and garnish with capers and thinly sliced cucumber or radishes.

Step 7

Repeat the process for all slices of bread to create a variety of smørrebrød combinations.

Step 8

Arrange the sandwiches on a serving platter and garnish with additional dill sprigs and lemon wedges if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy the variety of flavors and textures that make smørrebrød a Danish classic.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1379.7 grams (1379.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3071

Total Fat 175.10g	224%
Saturated Fat 53.20g	266%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.50g
Cholesterol 703mg	234%
Sodium 9704mg	422%
Total Carbohydrate 244.40g	89%
Dietary Fiber 41.80g	149%
Total Sugars 46.60g
Protein 126.30g	253%

Vitamin D 1673IU	8363%
Calcium 479mg	37%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 2855mg	61%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.5%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 32.0%