Waffles with Chive and Smoked Salmon

By LRay

Waffles topped with smoked salmon, crème fraîche, and caviar start the gathering on the “Geranium” platter from Vista Alegre. Serve this appetizer prior to sitting down at the table or as a plated course of three per person. It’s a lovely pairing to a glass of Champagne or Prosecco.

Ingredients

• Bake: according to manufacturer's directions
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2-1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives or green onions
• 1 (4-ounce) package thinly sliced, smoked salmon (lox-style)
• 1 cup whipping cream, whipped to soft peaks
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives or green onions, for garnish
• 1 to 2 ounces caviar of your choice, for garnish

Details

Adapted from traditionalhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In medium bowl stir together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk in egg, milk, butter, and 2-1/2 tablespoons chives.

Use #60 scoop or portion 2 teaspoons batter to each quadrant of preheated, lightly greased waffle baker. Close lid quickly; do not open until done. Bake according to manufacturer's directions. When done, use fork to lift waffles off grids.

To serve, top each mini-waffle with smoked salmon, whipped cream, additional chives, and caviar. Makes 8 servings (about 32+ waffles).

Recipe by Chef Mary Payne Moran