Aromatic Wild Chive and Salmon Rolls with Special Wild Chive Canapés
Vibrant Spring Flavors! Make Delicious Rolls and Wine Pairings with Fresh Wild Chives and Smoked Salmon
Experience the exquisite aroma of seasonal wild chives and the delicate texture of smoked salmon with our ‘Wild Chive and Salmon Rolls’. These rolls are perfect for special occasions, boasting a fantastic pairing with wine, thanks to the tangy mustard sauce and creamy cheese. Plus, utilize any leftover ingredients to create elegant ‘Wild Chive Canapés’ for an even more abundant dining experience. When your appetite is low, let the refreshing taste of wild chives and salmon fill your palate with delightful flavors!
Wild Chive and Salmon Rolls (Serves 1)- 1/2 bowl cooked rice
- 1 sheet of seaweed (nori)
- Smoked salmon, to taste
- 1 handful fresh wild chives (washed and trimmed)
- Capers, to taste (drained)
Sushi Vinegar for Rice- 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- Pinch of salt
Mustard Sauce for Rolls- 2 Tbsp mustard
- Pinch of Japanese mustard (karashi)
- 1 tsp whole grain mustard
Tartar Sauce for Garnish- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- Finely minced onion, to taste
- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- Pinch of lemon juice
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of honey
Cream Cheese Sauce for Canapés and Rolls- 5 Tbsp cream cheese
- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- Finely minced onion, to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of honey
Wild Chive Canapé Ingredients- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- 11 capers
- 6 slices smoked salmon
- 5 large shrimp
- About 11 crackers
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- Pinch of salt
Mustard Sauce for Rolls- 2 Tbsp mustard
- Pinch of Japanese mustard (karashi)
- 1 tsp whole grain mustard
Tartar Sauce for Garnish- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- Finely minced onion, to taste
- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- Pinch of lemon juice
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of honey
Cream Cheese Sauce for Canapés and Rolls- 5 Tbsp cream cheese
- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- Finely minced onion, to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of honey
Wild Chive Canapé Ingredients- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- 11 capers
- 6 slices smoked salmon
- 5 large shrimp
- About 11 crackers
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 3 Tbsp mayonnaise
- Finely minced onion, to taste
- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- Pinch of lemon juice
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of honey
Cream Cheese Sauce for Canapés and Rolls- 5 Tbsp cream cheese
- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- Finely minced onion, to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Pinch of black pepper
- Pinch of honey
Wild Chive Canapé Ingredients- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- 11 capers
- 6 slices smoked salmon
- 5 large shrimp
- About 11 crackers
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Finely minced wild chives, to taste
- 11 capers
- 6 slices smoked salmon
- 5 large shrimp
- About 11 crackers
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your fresh ingredients! Wash the wild chives thoroughly and trim them. Prepare the smoked salmon and capers for easy use. Finely mince the onion.
Step 2
Once your rice is cooked and still warm, let’s make the sushi vinegar to give it a lovely sheen and flavor. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are completely dissolved.
Step 3
Let’s create a smooth and creamy cheese sauce. In a bowl, place 5 tablespoons of cream cheese. Add a small amount of finely minced wild chives and onion. Season with a pinch of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and a touch of honey. Mix everything together until well combined and creamy.
Step 4
Transfer the prepared cream cheese mixture into a piping bag. This will allow for neat and decorative piping of the sauce onto your rolls and canapés. If you don’t have a piping bag, a spoon or chopsticks can also be used.
Step 5
Gently pour the prepared sushi vinegar over the warm rice. Using a spatula or rice paddle, carefully mix the vinegar into the rice, being careful not to mash the grains. This will give the rice a beautiful gloss and delicious flavor. For an extra touch of flavor and texture, sprinkle in some black sesame seeds if desired.
Step 6
Now, let’s make a zesty tartar sauce to accompany the rolls. In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise with a small amount of finely minced onion and wild chives. Add a pinch of lemon juice, a pinch of black pepper, and a touch of honey. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. (You don’t need boiled eggs to make a delicious tartar sauce!)
Step 7
To add a delightful kick to your rolls, prepare the mustard sauce. In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons of mustard, a pinch of Japanese mustard (karashi), and 1 teaspoon of whole grain mustard. This will create a wonderfully pungent and flavorful sauce.
Step 8
Place the nori sheet on a bamboo sushi mat. Spread the seasoned sushi rice evenly over about two-thirds of the nori, leaving a small border at the top. Ensure the rice is not too thick, or the roll might break when you try to form it.
Step 9
It’s time to roll! Arrange slices of smoked salmon lengthwise over the rice. Pipe the cream cheese sauce from step 3 over the salmon. Generously add the fresh wild chives, and then drizzle a little of the mustard sauce. Using the bamboo mat, lift the edge of the mat and roll the sushi tightly, pressing gently to form a neat log.
Step 10
Carefully slice the rolled sushi into bite-sized pieces (about 2 cm thick), lightly wetting your knife to prevent sticking. Arrange the slices on a serving plate, top with a dollop of tartar sauce, and garnish with a few capers. Your beautiful Wild Chive and Salmon Rolls are ready!
Step 11
Let’s make some delightful canapés with the remaining ingredients! Using the fresh wild chives, smoked salmon, and leftover cream cheese sauce, you can create unique and delicious canapés. Gather all the ingredients for your tasty canapés.
Step 12
Peel the shrimp, remove the deveined tract, and rinse them thoroughly. Pat them dry with a paper towel and lightly season with salt and pepper.
Step 13
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Wait until the oil is warm and shimmering, indicating it’s ready for cooking.
Step 14
Add the seasoned shrimp to the hot skillet and cook until they are pink and slightly golden brown on both sides. While the shrimp are cooking, add the prepared wild chives to the pan and sauté briefly to release their aroma. Stir everything together to combine the flavors.
Step 15
On each cracker, pipe a decorative swirl of the cream cheese sauce. Sprinkle a little of the finely minced wild chives over the cream cheese for an aromatic touch.
Step 16
Carefully place a cooked shrimp and a piece of smoked salmon on top of the cream cheese-covered cracker.
Step 17
For a beautiful finish, pipe another small amount of cream cheese sauce over the shrimp and salmon. Top with a shiny caper and finally, garnish with a sprinkle of minced wild chives. Your visually appealing Wild Chive Canapés are now complete!
Step 18
Tip! Adding fresh tomato slices to the canapés will give them an extra burst of freshness. If fresh tomatoes aren’t available, try pairing them with pickled tomatoes made with plum extract for a unique taste. (I’ll be sharing a recipe for plum pickled tomatoes soon!)
