Gluten-Free Caviar Bites on Blini

Ingredients

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• 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour blend Shop
• 1 tsp sugar Shop
• 0.5 tsp baking powder Shop
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 1 large egg
• 0.75 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 2 tbsp melted butter or oil
• 1 cup sour cream or crème fraîche
• 4 oz smoked salmon or other seafood, finely chopped (optional)
• 2-3 tbsp fresh dill or chives, finely chopped
• 1 jar caviar or roe
• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter for cooking

Instructions

1. 1 In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free all-purpose flour blend, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This dry mixture forms the base for your tender blini.
2. 2 In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, milk, and melted butter or oil until smooth. This liquid mixture will hydrate the dry ingredients to create a batter.
3. 3 Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk gently until just combined, ensuring no large lumps remain. Avoid overmixing, as this can result in tough blini.
4. 4 Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Carefully drop spoonfuls of batter (about 1 tablespoon each) into the hot skillet, leaving space between them. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and puffed.
5. 5 Transfer the cooked blini to a plate and keep warm while you prepare the topping. You should have about 15-20 small blini, each about 2 inches in diameter.
6. 6 In a small bowl, combine the sour cream or crème fraîche with the finely chopped smoked salmon (if using) and fresh dill or chives. Stir gently to incorporate all the flavors.
7. 7 Spoon a small amount of the creamy topping onto each warm blini. Top each bite with a dollop of caviar or roe, adding a touch of elegance and briny flavor.
8. 8 Arrange the finished caviar bites on a serving platter and serve immediately for the best texture and temperature. The blini should be slightly warm and tender.

Nutrition (per serving)

Tips & Notes

• Make the blini a few hours ahead and rewarm them briefly in a low oven before topping.
• Use a small spoon to drop the batter so the blini come out round and even.
• Spoon the caviar with a plastic or bone spoon. Metal can give it a slight off taste.

Common questions