3 Potatoes; peeled and grated
1/4 lb Butter; melted (1 stick)
1/2 c Sour cream
3 Shallots; minced
5 Sprigs fresh dill; chopped
1/2 Lemon; juice of
Smoked salmon; thinly slices
1/2 bn Fresh chives; chopped
Olive oil
3 oz Caviar; (optional)
Toss grated potatoes in 1/4 pound (1 stick) melted butter. Season with salt
and freshly ground pepper. Heat 2 nonstick pans over high heat until nearly
smoking. Add 2 teaspoons olive oil to each pan. Divide potatoes evenly to
each pan and shape them into thick pancakes. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, then
reduce heat. Saut’e until almost golden brown. Use a spatula to check the
underside of the pancakes. Turn pancakes over and cook other side until
golden. Remove pancakes from pans and warm in 425 F oven for a few minutes.
To prepare dill cream:
In a bowl, mix together shallots, dill, sour cream, and lemon juice. Season
with salt and pepper. Mix well. To serve: Remove pancakes from oven. Spread
dill cream over top. Cover with slices of smoked salmon. Garnish with
caviar and chives. Cut into desired portions and serve immediately.
Yields
1 servings