Caviar is exceptional on its own but can become something else in the right dish. The nine recipes below range from a 15-minute canapé to a more sophisticated dinner-party starter.
Quick & light starters
- Mini Blinis with Herb Cream Cheese and Caviar — ready in 15 minutes, the most reliable opener.
- Crab Tartare with Avocado and Caviar — light, around 20 minutes.
- Avocado Purée with Marinated Crab and Caviar — also around 20 minutes, beautifully presented.
Substantial dishes
- Spaghetti with Caviar and Seared Scallops — an unfussy main course.
- Cauliflower Velouté with Seared Scallop and Caviar — a refined bowl in 30 minutes.
- Sushi Roll with Crab, Yellowtail and Caviar — for the more adventurous.
Rounding out the table
- Breaded Crab with Lemon Herb Butter
- Clam Broth with Egg Yolk and Lemon
- Langoustine and Baby Octopus Soup with White Beans
Each one a reminder that caviar belongs as much in a considered dish or broth as it does on a blini. For the basics of how to serve caviar and what to drink with it, see our guides.
