Blinis with Caviar

Key ingredients:

• ¾ tsp sea salt

• ½ tsp baking powder

• 1 egg

• 1 cup flour

• 2 tbsp butter (1 tbsp melted)

• ¾ cup + 2 tbsp milk

Accompaniments:

• Hard-cooked eggs, finely chopped

• Chives, minced

• Crème fraîche or sour cream

• Capers

• Lemon wedges

Preparation steps for blinis:

1. Mix dry ingredients:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients (flour, salt, baking powder, etc.) until well combined.

2. Combine Butter and Egg:

   • In a separate small bowl, whisk the melted butter with the egg until the mixture is smooth and uniform.

3. Add Milk:

   • Gradually whisk the milk into the butter and egg mixture, ensuring it’s well blended.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

   • Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until everything is just combined and the batter is smooth, with no visible lumps.

5. Heat Skillet:

   • Melt the remaining butter in a skillet over medium heat. Make sure the butter coats the entire surface of the skillet.

6. Cook Blinis:

   • Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into the hot skillet. Spread the batter slightly with the back of the spoon if necessary.

7. Flip Blinis:

   • Cook until the edges are golden and bubbles form on the surface, roughly 2 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.

8. Prepare Accompaniments:

   • Chop the hard-cooked eggs and arrange in a small dish.

   • Finely mince the chives and place in another dish.

   • Serve the crème fraîche or sour cream in a bowl alongside the capers and lemon wedges.

9. Serve and assemble:

   • Transfer the blinis to a serving plate. For each blini, add a dollop of crème fraîche, a generous spoonful of STURION Caviar, and sprinkle with minced chives. Offer the chopped eggs, capers, and lemon wedges as optional toppings to complement the luxurious flavors.