Scandinavian Salmon Cheddar Pie

Delight your taste buds with this luxurious Scandinavian Salmon Cheddar Pie, a perfect harmony of rich flavors and comforting textures. Featuring a golden, buttery crust made from scratch and a luscious filling of tender salmon, creamy crème fraîche, and sharp cheddar cheese, this savory pie is elevated with the bright, aromatic touch of fresh dill. Baked to perfection, the filling is smooth and indulgent with just the right amount of cheesiness and flaky salmon goodness. Ideal for a cozy dinner or an impressive brunch centerpiece, this pie combines the essence of Scandinavian culinary elegance with simple cooking techniques. Serve it warm with a crisp green salad for a truly satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 125 grams unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• 1 large egg yolk
• 300 grams fresh salmon fillet
• 150 grams cheddar cheese
• 120 milliliters crème fraîche
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and unsalted butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.

Step 3

Add cold water and the egg yolk to the flour mixture. Gently knead until a smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the salmon fillet, season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until just cooked through. Remove from heat and flake into bite-sized pieces.

Step 5

Shred the cheddar cheese and finely chop the fresh dill.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, whisk together crème fraîche, 3 eggs, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the dill and half of the grated cheddar cheese.

Step 7

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Carefully transfer the dough to the dish, pressing it into the edges. Trim any excess dough.

Step 8

Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork, then bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to partially blind bake the crust. Remove from the oven and set aside.

Step 9

Distribute the cooked salmon evenly over the partially baked crust. Pour the crème fraîche mixture over the salmon, then sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.

Step 10

Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1181.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3777.1

Total Fat 255.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 1441.6mg	0%
Sodium 3895.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 213.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 154.2g	0%

Vitamin D 1251.6IU	0%
Calcium 859.6mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 2585.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 22.6%