Jul 14 2026

Lox Board Recipe

Time3h
Serves4

Pastrami Cured Cold Smoked Salmon, Whipped Cream Cheese, Marinated Vegetables, Capers, Everything Seasoning

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Ingredients

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Pastrami Cured Cold Smoked Salmon

Whipped Cream Cheese

Marinated Vegetables

Capers and Everything Seasoning

Method

Pastrami Cured Cold Smoked Salmon

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cure

    In a bowl, combine pastrami seasoning, brown sugar, kosher salt, and liquid smoke to create a cure mix.

  2. 2

    Cure the Salmon

    Rub the cure mix all over the salmon fillet and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 48 hours.

  3. 3

    Cold Smoke the Salmon

    After curing, remove the salmon from the wrap, rinse under cold water, and pat dry. Cold smoke the salmon for 2-3 hours using your preferred wood chips.

  4. 4

    Slice the Salmon

    Once smoked, slice the salmon thinly against the grain.

Whipped Cream Cheese

  1. 5

    Whip the Cream Cheese

    In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, and chopped chives. Using a hand mixer, whip until smooth and creamy.

Marinated Vegetables

  1. 6

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a saucepan, combine white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a simmer over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.

  2. 7

    Marinate the Vegetables

    Place sliced cucumbers, radishes, and julienned carrots in a jar. Pour the warm marinade over the vegetables and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Final Assembly

  1. 8

    Assemble the Lox Board

    On a large platter, arrange the sliced pastrami cured cold smoked salmon, whipped cream cheese, marinated vegetables, capers, and sprinkle everything seasoning over the top. Serve with bagels or crackers.

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