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Sourdough Toast with Whipped Goat Cheese and Huso Dauricus Caviar
Thick sourdough, tangy whipped goat cheese, fresh chives, and buttery Huso Dauricus caviar. Ready in ten minutes, no cooking required.
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Some nights you want something that feels like a proper treat but asks almost nothing of you. This is that. Toast goes in, goat cheese gets whipped with crème fraîche and lemon zest while the bread browns, and then it's just assembly — a generous spread, a spoonful of caviar, a few chives. Ten minutes, no pots, no stress.
Huso Dauricus is a great species for this kind of pairing. Its flavour is buttery and gently nutty, which plays well against the tang of goat cheese rather than clashing with it. The lemon zest keeps everything bright. If you're new to eating caviar at home and want to understand what makes each species different, the Caviar Guide is a good place to start.
One tip: don't skip the flaky salt at the end. It lifts the whole thing and gives each bite a little crunch to contrast the soft spread and the caviar.
Ingredients
- 2 thick slices sourdough bread — toasted to your liking
- 60g soft goat cheese
- 2 tbsp crème fraîche
- 1 tbsp fresh chives — finely sliced, plus more to finish
- from half a lemon lemon zest
- a small pinch flaky sea salt
- about 20–30g Huso Dauricus caviar — to serve
Method
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Toast the sourdough slices until golden and sturdy enough to hold a spread without going soft.
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In a small bowl, stir together the goat cheese, crème fraîche, lemon zest, and chives until smooth and spreadable.
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Spread the whipped goat cheese generously over each slice, going right to the edges.
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Spoon the Huso Dauricus caviar over the top — a small mother-of-pearl or ceramic spoon works best — and finish with a few extra chives and a pinch of flaky salt.
Frequently asked
Why Huso Dauricus caviar on this toast?
Huso Dauricus has a balanced, buttery, slightly almond flavour that sits beautifully against tangy goat cheese without either one overpowering the other. It's one of the most approachable species for first-timers.
Can I make the whipped goat cheese ahead of time?
Yes — mix it up to two days ahead and keep it covered in the fridge. Bring it to room temperature for about ten minutes before spreading so it goes on smoothly.
What does Huso Dauricus caviar cost?
Price depends on tin size and current availability. The biggest factors are species rarity and roe yield. Head to the shop for current figures.