These Stuffed Eggs with Salmon Mousse are an elegant and festive appetizer that will bring sophistication to your Christmas table. Creamy, smoky salmon mousse fills tender hard-boiled egg whites, making them as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
For the Eggs:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 tsp salt (for boiling)
For the Salmon Mousse:
- 4 oz (115g) smoked salmon, finely chopped
- 4 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (or sour cream)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (plus more for garnish)
For Garnish:
- Fresh dill sprigs
- Lemon zest or tiny lemon wedges
- Capers (optional)