Imagine a bite-sized culinary journey that transports you straight to the sun-drenched shores of Italy, where every morsel tells a story of tradition and flavor. Crostini di Pesce Spada isn't just an appetizer—it's a gourmet experience that transforms simple ingredients into a symphony of taste and texture. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated dinner party or craving a luxurious snack, these swordfish crostini will elevate your culinary repertoire and impress even the most discerning food lovers.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 slices of crusty bread
- 200g smoked swordfish
- 100g cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon capers
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the bread by slicing the crusty bread into 1/2 inch thick diagonal slices
- Lightly toast the bread slices on a grill pan or under the broiler until golden brown and crisp on both sides, approximately 2-3 minutes per side
- Allow the toasted bread to cool slightly at room temperature for about 5 minutes
- In a small mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese until smooth and spreadable, ensuring no lumps remain
- Take each toasted bread slice and spread a generous layer of cream cheese evenly across the surface
- Carefully arrange thin slices of smoked swordfish on top of the cream cheese layer, slightly overlapping for visual appeal
- Sprinkle chopped capers over the swordfish to add a briny, tangy flavor
- Finely chop fresh dill and delicately garnish the crostini, ensuring an even distribution
- Transfer the prepared crostini to a serving platter, arranging them attractively
- Serve immediately while the bread is still crisp and the toppings are fresh
Tips
- Choose high-quality, crusty bread with a sturdy texture to ensure your crostini maintain their crispness.
- When toasting bread, watch carefully to achieve a golden-brown color without burning—this provides the perfect crunchy base.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother, easier spreading and better flavor integration.
- Select premium smoked swordfish for the most authentic and rich flavor profile.
- For an extra flavor boost, lightly drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the finished crostini.
- Serve immediately after preparation to maintain the bread's crispness and the freshness of the toppings.
- If preparing in advance, toast the bread and prepare the toppings separately, assembling just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 342kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 60mg
