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    Egg Crostini with Radish and Anchovy

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    A savory appetizer featuring crisp crostini topped with hard-cooked eggs, radish slices, anchovy fillets, and capers, finished with a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

    Ingredients for Egg Crostini with Radish and Anchovy

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    Large Eggs, hard-cooked, peeled, and sliced

    each

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    Fine Sea Salt

    to taste

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    Country-style Bread, ½-inch thick

    slices

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    Garlic Clove, halved crosswise

    each

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    Salted Butter, at room temperature

    to taste

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    Watermelon Radish, thinly sliced

    each

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    Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    to taste

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    Anchovy Fillets, oil-packed

    each

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    Capers, drained

    teaspoons

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    Lemon Juice

    to taste

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    Freshly Ground Black Pepper

    to taste

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    Scallion Greens, sliced

    for garnish

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    How to Make Egg Crostini with Radish and Anchovy

    1. Prepare Eggs and Toast

    Sprinkle the sliced eggs with fine sea salt. Toast the bread slices until golden and crispy. Rub hot toast with garlic cloves.

    2. Assemble Crostini

    Spread salted butter on toast, top with slices of eggs and radishes. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.

    3. Add Final Touches

    Place anchovy fillets and capers on top. Squeeze fresh lemon juice and sprinkle freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with scallion greens if desired.

    Pitfalls and tips

    Bread Selection and Preparation

    Choose a high-quality baguette or ciabatta for your crostini. For an elevated flavor, lightly brush each slice with extra-virgin olive oil and toast them in the oven until golden brown. You can also rub a clove of garlic over the warm crostini for an added flavor dimension.

    Serving

    Serve the crostini immediately after assembly to maintain the contrast between the creamy eggs and crunchy radishes. Prepare components ahead of time and assemble just before serving.

    Finishing Touches

    Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and a drizzle of high-quality olive oil to enhance flavor. Add finely chopped fresh herbs like chives or parsley for color and aroma.

    Eggs

    Use fresh, organic eggs for the best flavor and texture. Cook them gently over low heat, stirring continuously, and remove from heat just before fully set. Adding a splash of cream or a knob of butter enhances creaminess.

    Radishes

    Opt for crisp and peppery varieties like French breakfast or watermelon radishes. Use a mandoline slicer for uniform, paper-thin slices that add crunch without overwhelming other flavors.


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