SMOKED SALMON AND LEEK SCRAMBLE WITH MEYER LEMON CRèME FRAîCHE

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Smoked Salmon and Leek Scramble with Meyer Lemon Crème Fraîche image

Provided by Cat Cora

Categories     Milk/Cream     Citrus     Egg     Breakfast     Brunch     Sauté     Quick & Easy     Salmon     Leek     Sour Cream     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
2 teaspoons grated Meyer lemon peel or regular lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 large eggs
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/4 cups thinly sliced leeks (about 1 1/2 leeks)
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 slices smoked salmon (about 8 ounces)
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Whisk together crème fraîche or sour cream, lemon peel, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in small bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use, up to 4 days ahead.
  • Whisk together eggs, heavy whipping cream, and 1 teaspoon salt in large bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use, up to 2 hours ahead.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and sauté covered until soft, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to same skillet. Increase heat to medium-high. Pour egg mixture into pan. Cook until light and fluffy, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula, about 8 minutes. Spoon eggs onto warm serving platter. Top with Meyer lemon crème fraîche, smoked salmon, and chives
  • Serve remaining Meyer lemon crème fraîche alongside.

Deopersad Subah
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Jolly Naimat
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe, but I would probably make some changes next time.


Aarshit Tripathi
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This was a bit too rich for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for a special occasion brunch.


Jaiden Seal
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I would have liked the recipe to include more vegetables.


Chef Akram
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I'm not a huge fan of smoked salmon, but this dish was surprisingly good.


Tyquan Henderson
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Overall, I really enjoyed this recipe and would definitely make it again.


Muhamed Alsamarrai
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I thought the amount of smoked salmon was a bit too much for my taste, but that's just personal preference.


oKnightStalker
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The instructions were easy to follow and the dish was ready in no time.


Avery Davenport
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This was my first time making a scramble with smoked salmon and leeks, and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


CH FARMAN Mateen
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves smoked salmon and leeks.


Bote Steven
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Noor Aliyu
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Terra Pickard
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The Meyer lemon crème fraîche really made this dish. It added a brightness and tanginess that balanced out the richness of the smoked salmon.


Naida Christine Calisen
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I used chives instead of dill and it was still delicious!


Jeremiah Mathew
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This smoked salmon and leek scramble was a delightful brunch dish! The flavors of the smoked salmon, leeks, and Meyer lemon crème fraîche complemented each other perfectly.