Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

olive oil cooking spray

sprayed

1 cup

parmesan cheese

coarsely grated

4 tbsp

mayonnaise

1 tsp

Dijon mustard

heaped

1 unit

green onion

chopped

1 unit

celery

finely diced

0.5 unit

lemon

juiced

1 tbsp

fresh dill

chopped

1 unit

smoked trout fillets

flaked

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 220°C (428°F).

Step 2
~2 min

Spray baking sheets with olive oil cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~2 min

Mound tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each mound.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the parmesan is melted and lightly golden.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove the parmesan crisps from the baking sheets with a palette knife or fish slice.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~2 min

Carefully lay the parmesan crisps over inverted wine bottles to cool and form a cup shape.

Step 7
~2 min

In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped green onion, finely diced celery, lemon juice, and chopped fresh dill.

Step 8
~2 min

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 9
~2 min

Gently fold in the flaked smoked trout or salmon.

Step 10
~2 min

Spoon the salmon mixture into the prepared parmesan cups.

Step 11
~2 min

Garnish with fresh dill sprigs.

Step 12
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the salmon mixture.

Ensure the parmesan crisps are cooled completely before filling to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Parmesan cups can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer at a party

Enjoy as a light lunch

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crackers
Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Modern appetizer fusion

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Appetizer

Popularity Score

75/100

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