Hameschmier
Hameschmier is a simple yet flavorful Luxembourgish spread made from finely chopped ham, mixed with butter, mustard, and seasonings. It's traditionally served on rye bread or toast, often as a quick lunch or a hearty snack.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings4
DifficultyEasy
🧂 Ingredients
- 200 g Cooked ham(finely minced or ground)
- 100 g Butter(softened)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(finely chopped)
- 0.5 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground, or to taste)
- 8 slices Rye bread or toast(for serving)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the finely minced ham, softened butter, Dijon mustard, and chopped parsley.
💡 Tip: Ensure the ham is very finely minced for a smooth spread. - 2
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
💡 Tip: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. - 3
Spread the Hameschmier generously onto slices of rye bread or toast.
💡 Tip: Serve immediately for the best texture. - 4
Optionally, garnish with a sprig of parsley or a thin slice of gherkin.
💡 Tip: Garnishes add visual appeal and a fresh element.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a finer texture, you can pulse the ham and butter mixture in a food processor.
- ✓Hameschmier can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- ✓Experiment with different types of mustard for varied flavor profiles.
🔄 Variations
- Add a pinch of paprika for a hint of smokiness.
- Include finely chopped chives along with parsley for extra oniony flavor.
- A small amount of finely chopped gherkin can add a pleasant tang.