Caviar Tartines

Caviar tartines are a sophisticated and refined appetizer, perfect for special occasions. Here is how to prepare them with an all-Italian touch.

Ingredients

• Sandwich bread or bread for bruschetta
• Soft butter
• Caviar (black or red, depending on preference)
• Lemon
• Fresh parsley (optional for a touch of color)

Preparation

1. Begin by cutting the sandwich bread or bruschetta into small geometric shapes like squares, circles, or triangles. If you prefer a rustic presentation, you can opt to leave the slices whole.

2. Lightly toast the bread until it becomes golden and crisp. You can do this in an oven, on a griddle, or in a toaster.

3. Spread a thin amount of soft butter on the bread. The butter acts as a barrier to prevent the bread from becoming soggy once the caviar is added.

4. Gently place a teaspoon of caviar on each tartine, spreading it graciously.

5. If you like, sprinkle some lemon juice on the caviar to add a touch of acidity that balances the rich flavor of the caviar.

6. Garnish each tartine with a small parsley leaf to add color and a light aromatic touch.

Caviar tartines pair very well with an Italian sparkling wine or Franciacorta, whose fresh effervescence cleanses the palate and perfectly matches the intense taste of caviar.

Curiosity

Caviar is considered a delicacy and is primarily extracted from the eggs of sturgeon, although there are more accessible variants obtained from other types of fish. In Italy, there is a growing production of quality caviar, thanks to the farming of sturgeons in aquaculture.