Starter: Blinis with rockfish roe

Blinis with stonefish roe are a hit when you have guests. Especially for New Year's, as it works as the perfect starter. So delicate, incredibly easy and really beautiful to serve. Stonefish roe is actually a spring dish. The beautiful salmon-coloured roe from the stonefish is typically not in season until February, so you have to be lucky if you can get your hands on them already around New Year's. Fortunately, they can often be bought frozen (e.g. at Nemlig.com), and it tastes just as nice when you dry it carefully in the refrigerator. 

TIP: Also try the recipe at white asparagus with stonefish roe.

Ideas for blinis toppings

If you can't get your hands on rockfish roe, you can easily top your blinis with other delights. Try some of these ideas:

• Smoked salmon and a beautiful beetroot cream (find the recipe here)
• Creme fraiche, finely chopped red onion and caviar
• Roasted scallops and avocado
• Pesto and smoked salmon
• Chili mayo and crispy serrano ham
• Baked goat cheese and caramelized red onions
• Shrimp and creme fraiche dressing with herbs

Tips for the best blinis

If you want to serve blinis with rockfish roe, here are a number of tips that will give you the easiest process and the most delicious result:

1. Remember that you can prepare blinis in advance. Fry them the day before and simply warm them in the oven before serving.
2. Either let your guests top the blinis or serve them on plates or a platter. If you want to serve them, do so immediately before serving.
3. Prepare all the toppings in bowls and dishes in the refrigerator so you can easily prepare your blinis when guests arrive.
4. Remember to buy a full-fat creme fraiche 38% – it makes all the difference
5. You can make gluten-free blinis by replacing wheat flour with rice flour. The taste and consistency of the finished result is almost identical.