Serves 6 to 8
An elegant and light savory log, perfect for holidays, buffets, or a refined meal without the fuss. The combination of crab, smoked salmon, and cream cheese creates a melt-in-the-mouth texture with delicate seafood flavors.
📝 Ingredients
Seafood Log Base
- 200 g crab meat (fresh or canned, well drained)
- 150 g smoked salmon, finely chopped
- 250 g cream cheese (mascarpone or Philadelphia)
- 3 eggs, separated
- 100 ml heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives (or dill)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- 6 shrimp, peeled and cooked
- 1 lemon (zest for the mixture + wedges for decoration)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Base
Preheat the oven to 180°C / 350°F.
Separate the egg whites and yolks into two bowls.
In the bowl with the yolks, add:
- Cream cheese
- Mustard
- Heavy cream
Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Gently mix in:
- Crab meat
- Smoked salmon
- Chives
- Lemon zest
Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Fold in the Egg Whites
Whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
Using a spatula, gently fold the egg whites into the mixture, lifting carefully to keep it light and airy.
Step 3: Bake
Pour the mixture into a log mold or loaf pan lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, until set but still moist.
Let cool slightly, then carefully unmold and allow to cool completely.
🍤 Garnish & Finishing Touches
Decorate the seafood log with shrimp, fresh chives or dill, and lemon wedges.
👉 For extra elegance, lightly coat the log with softened cream cheese mixed with a little cream.
💡 Tips & Variations
- This dish can be prepared the day before—the flavors improve with time.
- Substitute crab with tuna or cooked fresh salmon if needed.
- Serve with a green salad, a light lemon sauce, or a delicate mayonnaise.
✨ Enjoy!
