
Salads & starters
Brauðterta (Icelandic bread cake)
A savoury cake made of layers of sandwich bread spread with mayonnaise and topped with ham, prawns and vegetables. Served in triangular slices, it is a staple at teas, birthdays and receptions in Iceland.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Garniture
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
Instructions
- Remove the crusts from the sandwich loaf and cut it into 3 or 4 neat horizontal slices.
- Mix the mayonnaise with the mustard, a pinch of salt and pepper to make a spreadable sauce.
- Spread the first layer of bread with a little mayonnaise, then lay the ham over it in an even layer.
- Add a second slice of bread, spread it, then spread the drained prawns, peas and carrots and the mashed eggs.
- Place the third slice, spread it and top with slices of tomato and cucumber, keeping a few prawns aside for decoration.
- Cover with the last slice, coat the top and sides with mayonnaise, and decorate with the prawns, parsley and remaining slices.
- Wrap in cling film and chill for at least 1 hour before cutting into triangular portions.
Variations and tips
Vegetarian version. Replace the ham and prawns with slices of cheese and hard-boiled eggs or strips of avocado.
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Original Ecomely recipe.

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