Gourmet Canapé with Fresh Peach and Salami
A delightful and refreshing canapé, perfect for gatherings or as a quick snack. Combining the sweetness of peach, the saltiness of salami, and the fresh taste of mint and cheese, this bite-sized treat will impress your guests.
Ingredients:
- 1 large peach
- Salami slices
- Salad leaves (like lettuce or kale)
- Rye bread (cut into rounds)
- Cheese
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Wash the salad leaves thoroughly and dry them on a napkin.
Wash and Cut the Peach:
- Wash the peach carefully and slice it into thin, even pieces using the Gunter Wilhelm Executive Chef II Paring Knife, 3.5″. This knife’s sharp, small blade makes it ideal for precision cutting, allowing you to slice the peach cleanly without bruising.
Prepare the Cheese Cream:
- In a food processor, blend the cheese with fresh mint leaves until smooth. The mint adds a refreshing touch to the creamy cheese, complementing the flavors of the salami and peach.
Prepare the Rye Bread:
- Cut rye bread into small round shapes using a cookie cutter or a round knife. Make sure the bread pieces are even and ready to be layered.
Assemble the Canapé:
- Spread the mint cheese mixture on the rye bread. Add a slice of salami, followed by a salad leaf and a thin peach slice. Secure the stack with a skewer to hold everything in place.
Serve and Enjoy:
- These canapés are best served fresh and chilled. The combination of flavors is both refreshing and savory, making them an ideal snack or appetizer.
By Chef BiBi
Suggested Knife for This Recipe:
Executive Chef II Paring Knife, 3.5″
- The Gunter Wilhelm Executive Chef II Paring Knife is perfect for small, intricate tasks like slicing fruits and garnishes with precision. Its sharp, narrow blade makes it ideal for detailed work, like preparing peaches for these canapés.
- Precision Cutting: The 3.5″ blade is excellent for small, delicate cuts, allowing you to slice peaches and other fruits cleanly without damaging them.
- Comfortable Handle: The black ABS handle provides a comfortable, ergonomic grip, making it easy to control for fine tasks.
- Compact and Versatile: This paring knife is perfect for peeling, trimming, and other small prep work, making it versatile in any kitchen.
- Durable Build: Made with high-carbon German steel, this knife offers durability and excellent edge retention for consistent, reliable performance.
