can you freeze smoked salmon
Wondering can you freeze smoked salmon and still use it in a delicious meal? This smoked salmon scramble is the perfect way to use frozen and thawed smoked salmon for a hearty, protein-packed breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
4 eggs
2 oz thawed smoked salmon (frozen from fresh, vacuum-sealed if possible)
1 tbsp butter or olive oil
2 tbsp milk or cream (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh dill or chives for garnish
Toast or bagels for serving
Instructions
- Crack eggs into a bowl, add milk or cream (optional), and whisk well.Heat butter or oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.Pour in the egg mixture and gently scramble until softly set.Add in thawed smoked salmon, tearing it into bite-sized pieces.Cook for an additional 30 seconds to warm through, then remove from heat.Season with salt and pepper, garnish with dill or chives, and serve with toast.
Notes
- This is a great recipe to use if you've asked yourself can you freeze smoked salmon? — the answer is yes, especially when using it in cooked dishes like scrambles or pasta.
- Avoid using previously frozen smoked salmon in raw or cold applications like sashimi.
- For best results, thaw in the fridge overnight.