Cumin Roasted Potatoes with Caviar and Smoked SalmonCumin Roasted Potatoes with Caviar and Smoked SalmonPreserved lemon, an essential ingredient in Moroccan cooking, is made by pickling lemons in salt, lemon juice, and olive oil.yield: Makes 24Ingredients of Cumin Roasted Potatoes with Caviar and Smoked Salmon2 lemons1/2 cup water4 teaspoons coarse kosher salt1/4 cup fresh lemon juice1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil1/2 cup crème fraîche or sour cream1 teaspoon (packed) minced fresh dill1 teaspoon (packed) minced fresh cilantro2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely crushed cumin seeds12 small fingerling potatoes, halved lengthwise (about 14 ounces)3 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon, cut into 1/2-inch-by-2 1/2-inch strips1 ounce caviarSmall fresh dill sprigsDescription of Cumin Roasted Potatoes with Caviar and Smoked SalmonUsing vegetable peeler, remove peel (yellow part only) from lemons. Simmer peel, 1/2 cup water, and 4 teaspoons kosher salt in heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat until salt dissolves. Reduce heat to low and simmer until liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons and peel is tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Transfer peel with liquid to jar. Add lemon juice and extra-virgin olive oil. Refrigerate at least 1 day and up to 1 week.Drain peel; mince. Stir crème fraîche, minced dill, cilantro, and 1 tablespoon minced peel in small bowl. Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.Set rack at lowest position in oven and preheat to 450°F. Brush nonstick baking sheet with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Combine 1 tablespoon olive oil and cumin in large bowl. Add potatoes; toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange potatoes, cut side down, on baking sheet and roast until tender and cut sides are brown, about 12 minutes. Cool slightly.Arrange potato halves, cut side up, on platter. Top each with 1 teaspoon crème fraäche, 1 salmon strip, and 1/2 teaspoon caviar. Garnish with dill sprigs.Source - Epicurious.com
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Monday, December 28, 2009
Cumin Roasted Potatoes with Caviar and Smoked Salmon
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