Hot cross bun mackerel sandwiches

Bored of toasted hot cross buns? Switch things up this Easter with our hot cross bun mackerel sandwiches. Here’s why this unexpected combination works…

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Hot cross bun mackerel sandwiches

Bored of toasted hot cross buns? Switch things up this Easter with our hot cross bun mackerel sandwiches. Here’s why this unexpected combination works…

Ingredients :
  • 4 large hot cross buns
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
  • 1½ tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tbsp red wine vinegar
  • ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)
  • 1 small carrot, cut into matchsticks
  • ½ red pepper, finely sliced
  • 1 small red onion, finely sliced
  • 4 tbsp crème fraîche
  • 2 smoked mackerel fillets, flaked into big chunks
Directions :

  1. Split open and toast the hot cross buns. Make a dressing by whisking together the pomegranate molasses, olive oil, vinegar and chilli flakes (if using) with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  2. Add the carrot, pepper and onion to a bowl. Pour over the dressing and toss to combine.

  3. To build a sandwich, spread 1 tbsp crème fraîche on each bun half, then top the base with a quarter of the mackerel flakes. Finish with a quarter of the dressed veg, then put the lid on and dive in.

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