Elevate your appetizer spread with a delightful culinary creation: stuffed endive. These elegant morsels, also known as endive spears or Belgian endive, offer a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture delicate endive leaves, carefully hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of ingredients that range from classic to innovative.
From the traditional combination of blue cheese and walnuts to the unexpected blend of roasted red peppers and goat cheese, our curated collection of stuffed endive recipes caters to diverse palates. Embark on a culinary journey as you explore variations featuring succulent shrimp, smoky bacon, and tangy cranberries. These appetizers are not only visually stunning but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize them to suit your preferences and dietary needs.
Whether you're hosting a sophisticated cocktail party, an intimate dinner gathering, or simply seeking a delightful snack, stuffed endive will undoubtedly impress your guests. With their ease of preparation and endless flavor possibilities, these delectable treats are sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
STUFFED ENDIVE
These egg-salad stuffed endive leaves make a great appetizer instead of salty chips. They look pretty too. If you are taking them to a party, the egg-salad may be made the night before and refrigerated along with washed and dried endive leaves wrapped in paper towels.
Provided by ELEANOR1052
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Tapas
Time 27m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, mash eggs with a fork. Mix in the mustard, mayonnaise, salt and dill. Set aside.
- Select the largest endive leaves, and fill with egg salad. Place on a platter in a fan shape. Sprinkle the olives among the leaves. Cover, and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 215.5 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 485.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
SALMON SALAD-STUFFED ENDIVE LEAVES
Salmon creates an elegant appetizer in this vibrant recipe from Melissa Carafa of Broomall, Pennsylvania. It's simple to prepare and can even be made ahead of time.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 14 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the salmon, tartar sauce, capers, dill and lemon-pepper. Spoon about 2 teaspoonfuls onto each endive leaf. Garnish with additional dill if desired. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SMOKED SALMON STUFFED BELGIAN ENDIVE BOATS
The appetizer for a menu from ArcaMax Chef's newsletter. Low fat or light mayonnaise can also be used.
Provided by lauralie41
Categories Spreads
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium bowl combine the first 8 ingredients, mix well.
- Carefully fill each of the four endive leaves with the salmon mixture. Chill in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.7, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 29, Sodium 783.6, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 15.1
STUFFED ENDIVE
Categories Shellfish
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients tigether
Tips:
- To make the perfect endive boat, select firm and crisp endive leaves. Cut them lengthwise, leaving the root end intact to hold the stuffing.
- For a flavorful and creamy filling, combine cream cheese, blue cheese, walnuts, celery, onion, and seasonings. Chill the mixture for at least 30 minutes before stuffing the endive leaves.
- To prevent the endive boats from toppling over, place them in a baking dish with high sides.
- Bake the endive boats at a moderate temperature (350°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is heated through and the endive leaves are slightly wilted.
- Serve the endive boats immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or crumbled bacon.
Conclusion:
Stuffed endive is a delicious and elegant appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy and flavorful filling, crispy endive leaves, and endless variations, this dish is sure to impress your guests. Whether you choose a classic recipe or experiment with different ingredients, stuffed endive is a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish that is sure to become a favorite.
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