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Savory Paris-Brest with Scottish Smoked Salmon, Avocado Cream, and Fresh Cheese

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Savory Paris-Brest with Scottish Salmon and Avocado Cream is a sophisticated French-inspired appetizer or light entrée. This choux pastry ring is filled with creamy avocado, smoked salmon, and fresh cheese, creating a stunning and flavorful dish perfect for entertaining or brunch.

Ingredients

For the Choux Pastry:

  • Water

  • Milk

  • Butter

  • All-purpose flour

  • Eggs

  • Salt

For the Filling:

  • Scottish smoked salmon, sliced

  • Ripe avocado, mashed

  • Fresh cheese (cream cheese, goat cheese, or fromage frais)

  • Lemon juice

  • Salt and pepper

  • Fresh dill (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Make the Choux Pastry:
    In a saucepan, bring water, milk, butter, and salt to a boil.
    Remove from heat, stir in flour, and mix until a dough forms.
    Return to heat and cook for 1–2 minutes, then cool slightly.
    Beat in eggs one at a time until dough is smooth and glossy.

  • Bake the Ring:
    Preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
    Pipe dough into a ring on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden. Cool on a rack.

  • Make the Filling:
    Mix mashed avocado with fresh cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.

  • Assemble:
    Slice cooled choux ring horizontally.
    Spread avocado cream on the bottom half.
    Layer with smoked salmon.
    Top with the other half of the ring. Garnish with dill.

Notes

  • Add lemon zest or herbs to filling for extra flavor.

  • Best served fresh—fill just before serving to keep choux crispy.

  • Use smoked trout or shrimp as alternatives.

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