Smørrebrød with Smoked Cheese, Radishes and Chives

March 23, 2025

Smørrebrød with smoked cheese, radishes and chives © kvalifood.com

Rygeost is a Danish speciality traditionally associated with Funen and Bornholm, where it is smoked over straw or nettles, giving it its characteristic mild smoky flavour. The cheese has a soft, spreadable texture and a slightly sweet, gently acidic taste, making it one of the mildest Danish cheeses. The crisp radishes cut through with their peppery bite, and chives and flaky salt are all that is needed to lift this simple combination. It is one of those smørrebrød that requires the least work but still delivers, because the quality of the ingredients speaks for itself.

Smoked cheese with radishes and chives assembly © kvalifood.com

Ingredients

Yields 4 servings

Assembly

4 slices dark rye bread
butter, for the bread
200 g rygeost (Danish smoked fresh cheese)
1 bunch radishes (about 8), thinly sliced
2 tbsp finely chopped chives
flaky salt
coarsely crushed black pepper
1 tbsp good olive oil

Directions

Assembly

Butter the rye bread. Spread the smoked cheese in a generous layer — it can be spread smooth or placed in dollops. Arrange the radish slices on top. Scatter with chives, flaky salt and pepper. Drizzle with a little olive oil.