delicious homemade fresh salmon gravlax recipe that is cured in salt, sugar, pepper and fresh dill for an absolutely divine flavor.
Servings: 16
Prep Time: 10minutes
Curing Time: 1day
Total Time: 1day10minutes
Ingredients
1cupof coarse sea salt
1cupof sugar
1tablespoonof crushed whole peppercorns
¼cupof fresh dill leaves
zest of 1 lemon
2-poundside of fresh sashimi grade wild caught salmon
assorted crackers, bagels, breads, cream cheeses and vegetables
Instructions
n a large bowl mix together the salt, sugar, peppercorns, dill and lemon zest until combined.
Next, lay half of it down and spread it out to the size of the salmon side on a large sheet of plastic wrap.
Next, place the salmon skin side down onto the seasoning mixture and then cover the salmon with the remaining half of the seasonings.
Wrap the salmon completely with the plastic and place it in a pan.
Let it cure in the refrigerator for 48 hours.
Remove the plastic and rinse very well.
Garnish with fresh dill leaves and slice thing and serve with assorted accompaniments.
Notes
Chef Notes:How to Store: Place it wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Freeze it wrapped up in plastic for up to 2 months. Thaw for 1 day in the refrigerator before serving.