Salmon Gravelax Recipe
Indulge in our exquisite Salmon Gravlax, featuring thinly sliced, house-cured salmon infused with a delicate blend of herbs and spices. This flavorful dish is served with a tangy mustard-dill sauce and accompanied by crispy rye bread, creating a perfect balance of rich and refreshing flavors. Ideal as a starter or light meal, each bite transports you to coastal culinary bliss.
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Ingredients
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Salmon Gravelax Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the salmon
Place the salmon fillet skin-side down on a large piece of plastic wrap.
- 2
Mix the cure
In a bowl, combine sea salt, brown sugar, black peppercorns, lemon zest, and orange zest. Mix well.
- 3
Apply the cure
Spread the cure mixture evenly over the salmon fillet. Add fresh dill on top.
- 4
Wrap and weight
Wrap the salmon tightly in plastic wrap. Place a heavy weight (like a cast iron skillet) on top to help compress the fillet.
- 5
Refrigerate
Refrigerate the wrapped salmon for 24 to 48 hours. The longer it sits, the firmer and more flavorful it becomes.
- 6
Rinse and slice
After curing, remove the salmon from the wrap, rinse off the cure under cold water, and pat dry. Slice thinly at an angle.
- 7
Serve
Serve the salmon gravlax with bagels, cream cheese, capers, and additional fresh dill, if desired.
