Morning quick fix: Smoked mackerel spread steals the show
This sandwich spread is quick to prepare and so tasty that it disappears from the bowl before the bread is even sliced. It’s perfect for a nutritious breakfast, offering a refreshing alternative to the usual cheese or cold cuts.
Smoked mackerel spread provides the ideal balance of salty fish and tangy pickled cucumbers. Eggs and mayonnaise contribute a smooth texture and creamy consistency to the spread. My children love this combination, even though they aren’t particularly keen on plain mackerel. Sneaking the fish into this spread helps them get used to the taste and realize that mackerel isn’t as intimidating as it seems.
Smoked mackerel sandwich spread
Preparing this spread is really quick and doesn’t take longer than the time needed to boil hard-boiled eggs. This makes it perfect for mornings when you're short on time.
If you wish to lighten this spread a bit, consider replacing some of the mayonnaise with natural yogurt. I wouldn’t completely omit mayonnaise as it pairs wonderfully with sandwich spreads, providing a creamy character. Instead, you can opt for light mayonnaise with a lower calorie count. Save the seasoning for the end—mackerel itself is salty, so it’s easy to overdo it with the salt.
Ingredients:
- 1 smoked mackerel,
- 2 eggs,
- 2-3 pickled cucumbers,
- 2-3 tablespoons mayonnaise,
- chives,
- half a small red onion (optional),
- salt and pepper to taste.
Preparation:
- Carefully remove the skin and bones from the mackerel. Transfer the meat to a bowl and break it up with a fork into smaller pieces.
- Boil the eggs until they are hard-boiled, cool them, and peel. Then finely chop them with a knife or mash with a fork, and add to the bowl with the mackerel.
- Cut the pickled cucumbers into small cubes. If they have tough skin, you can peel them first. You can also grate them on a coarse grater and then gently squeeze out the excess juice. Add to the bowl with the mackerel and eggs.
- Finely chop the chives and add them to the other ingredients. You can optionally also add finely chopped onion.
- Add the mayonnaise and mix thoroughly.
- Taste the spread and season with pepper and salt as needed.
The smoked mackerel and egg sandwich spread is ready to eat immediately after preparation. Just spread it on rolls or bread and you're done. A delicious breakfast with fish is ready to be enjoyed. Enjoy!
