By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 1
986 cal · 30 min
Japanese Jewish Morning Celebration
Recipe GLPR4b9e30cf077aba
A creative fusion breakfast that combines the beloved bagel tradition with vibrant Japanese flavors. Toasted sesame bagel quarters are generously topped with silky whipped cream cheese, briny salmon roe, and crispy nori strips for a uniquely satisfying morning meal that honors both culinary traditions.
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Ingredients
1 sesame bagel, cut in half crosswise and then lengthwise to create 4 C-shaped pieces
12 tablespoons whipped cream cheese
2 ounces salmon roe
8 tablespoons shredded nori
Directions
Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the sesame bagel in half horizontally through the middle, then cut each half vertically lengthwise to create four C-shaped pieces with the characteristic bagel curve.
Arrange the four bagel pieces on a toaster oven tray, cut-side up. Toast them for 3 to 5 minutes until they are lightly golden and crispy on the cut surface, being careful not to burn them.
Remove the toasted bagel pieces from the oven and let them cool for 1 minute. While they are still warm, spread 3 tablespoons of whipped cream cheese evenly over the cut side of each piece.
Distribute the salmon roe evenly over the cream cheese-topped bagel pieces, using about ½ ounce per piece for a generous but balanced topping.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of shredded nori over each bagel piece, creating a flavorful umami layer that complements the richness of the cream cheese and the briny notes of the salmon roe.
Serve immediately while the bagel is still warm and the toppings are at their best.
Comments
Salmon roe is the sticking point: Harris Teeter's seafood counter carries it sporadically and inconsistently, and you may need to call ahead or make a second stop at Publix, where it's more reliably stocked. A sesame bagel, cream cheese, and nori are standard finds at any major Charlotte grocer, so the ingredient list itself is straightforward once you secure the roe. At roughly $8–10 for a single serving—driven entirely by the salmon roe—this is a special-occasion breakfast rather than weeknight routine. The 30-minute stated time is honest; assembly takes five minutes and the rest is waiting for your bagel to toast.
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