Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 slice

White bread

sliced

2 unit

Eggs

hard boiled

1 tsp

Capers

rinsed and finely chopped

1 tsp

Chives

chopped

1 tbsp

Mayonnaise

3 pinch

Cress

1 pinch

White pepper

5 unit

Radishes

very finely sliced

15 g

Butter

3 unit

Anchovy fillets

25 g

Butter

0.5 unit

Cucumber

de-seeded and finely sliced

1 tbsp

Dill

finely chopped

15 g

Smoked salmon

sliced

4 slice

Brown bread

sliced

1 unit

Lemon

juice

1 pinch

Black pepper

Step 1
~1 min

Prepare the egg, caper mayo and cress sandwich.

Step 2
~1 min

Peel the eggs and mash them with a fork.

Step 3
~1 min

Stir in capers, chives, and mayonnaise.

Step 4
~1 min

Season with white pepper.

Step 5
~1 min

Divide the egg mixture between two slices of white bread.

Step 6
~1 min

Top with the remaining slices of white bread.

Step 7
~1 min

Remove the crusts and cut into finger sandwiches.

Step 8
~1 min

Prepare the radish and anchovy butter sandwich.

Step 9
~1 min

Finely chop the anchovies.

Step 10
~1 min

Mash the anchovies into the butter with a fork.

Step 11
~1 min

Mix until well combined.

Step 12
~1 min

Spread two pieces of white bread with the anchovy butter.

Step 13
~1 min

Add a layer of finely sliced radishes on each.

Step 14
~1 min

Top with the remaining bread.

Step 15
~1 min

Remove the crusts and slice into fingers.

Step 16
~1 min

Prepare the smoked salmon, cucumber and dill butter sandwich.

Step 17
~1 min

Mix the butter, dill, and a few drops of lemon juice together.

Step 18
~1 min

Season the butter with black pepper.

Step 19
~1 min

Spread a layer of the dill butter over two slices of brown bread.

Step 20
~1 min

Top with a layer of finely sliced cucumber followed by a layer of smoked salmon.

Step 21
~1 min

Top with the remaining bread.

Step 22
~1 min

Remove the crusts and slice into fingers.

Step 23
~1 min

Serve all sandwiches together.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality bread for best results.

Make sure all ingredients are fresh.

Chill sandwiches for 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a few hours in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (dill, anchovy)
Noise Level
Silent
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a cup of tea.

Ideal for afternoon tea or a light lunch.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber salad
Scones with clotted cream and jam

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

Classic British afternoon tea item

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Garden parties
Picnics

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Party
Picnic
Tea party

Popularity Score

60/100

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