Name: Smoked Salmon Tartare
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Yield: 10–12 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz. smoked salmon, cut into 1/4" pieces; 3 Tbsp. green peppercorns in brine or capers, drained, finely chopped; 2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest; 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika; 1/3 cup crème fraîche; Potato chips (for serving)

Photo of smoked salmon tartare in a bowl surrounded by chips on a scored platter.

Photo by Joseph De Leo, Prop Styling by Megan Hedgpeth, Food Styling by Liza Jernow

If you love beef tartare but don’t love the idea of leaving a bowl of raw beef out at a cocktail party, this recipe is for you. Smoked salmon is a party-friendly alternative that can take the spicy crunch of pickled green peppercorns. Serve it with potato chips and everyone will be happy.

Recipe information

Total Time
15 minutes
Yield
10–12 servings

Ingredients

8 oz. smoked salmon, cut into 1/4" pieces

3 Tbsp. green peppercorns in brine or capers, drained, finely chopped

2 tsp. finely grated lemon zest

1/2 tsp. smoked paprika

1/3 cup crème fraîche

Potato chips (for serving)

Preparation

Toss salmon, peppercorns, lemon zest, and paprika in a medium bowl until combined. Gently fold in crème fraîche until combined (the mixture should be loose—don’t press it together and don’t chill it). Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve with potato chips alongside.