Nordic Reindeer Charcuterie Platter (Printable Version)

A Nordic platter featuring smoked reindeer, aged cheeses, and lingonberry jam with nuts and crisp accompaniments.

# Components:

→ Cured Meats

01 - 5.3 oz thinly sliced smoked reindeer
02 - 3.5 oz reindeer salami, sliced

→ Cheeses

03 - 3.5 oz aged Gouda, sliced
04 - 3.5 oz blue cheese, crumbled
05 - 3.5 oz soft goat cheese, cut into rounds

→ Accompaniments

06 - 3.5 oz pickled mushrooms
07 - 3.5 oz lingonberry jam
08 - 2.1 oz cornichons
09 - 1.4 oz whole grain mustard
10 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 1 apple, cored and sliced
12 - 1 handful walnuts
13 - 1 handful rye crisps or gluten-free crackers
14 - Fresh dill or microgreens, for garnish

# Method Steps:

01 - Place the smoked reindeer and reindeer salami in folds or rolls on a large serving platter.
02 - Distribute the aged Gouda, blue cheese, and soft goat cheese in separate areas on the board, allowing space for slicing and serving.
03 - Arrange pickled mushrooms, lingonberry jam, cornichons, whole grain mustard, and thinly sliced red onion in small bowls or clusters around the platter.
04 - Fan out the apple slices and scatter walnuts intermittently between the meats and cheeses.
05 - Place rye crisps or gluten-free crackers near the edges of the platter for easy access.
06 - Finish with a garnish of fresh dill or microgreens before presenting.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A unique Nordic-inspired platter that elevates traditional charcuterie with smoked reindeer and lingonberry jam.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, with no cooking required.
  • Gluten-free adaptable by choosing gluten-free crackers, perfect for diverse dietary needs.
02 -
  • Arrange meats in gentle folds or rolls for an elegant presentation that’s easy to pick up.
  • Place cheeses in distinct sections to avoid mixing flavors and to maintain visual appeal.
  • Use small bowls or clusters for wet or sticky accompaniments to keep the board tidy.
  • Fan apple slices just before serving to prevent browning and maintain freshness.
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