Salted Salmon
Transform your culinary repertoire with this irresistibly flavorful Salted Salmon recipe, a simple yet elegant dish inspired by traditional curing techniques. Perfectly balanced with a blend of coarse sea salt, granulated sugar, aromatic dill, zesty lemon, and a touch of black pepper, this recipe enhances the natural richness of fresh salmon fillet. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an overnight cure, you’ll create silky, melt-in-your-mouth slices that are perfect for serving as an appetizer, on bagels, or alongside crisp crackers and fresh greens. Ideal for entertaining or a gourmet addition to your weekly menu, this no-cook cured salmon process will impress both your palate and your guests.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Salmon fillet
- 3 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 bunch Fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by rinsing the salmon fillet under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
Step 2
In a small bowl, combine the coarse sea salt, granulated sugar, fresh dill (chopped), lemon zest, and black pepper. Mix well to create the seasoning rub.
Step 3
Spread a large piece of plastic wrap on your work surface. Place half of the seasoning mixture on the wrap.
Step 4
Lay the salmon fillet skin side down on top of the seasoning mixture.
Step 5
Cover the salmon with the remaining seasoning mixture, making sure the fillet is evenly coated on all sides.
Step 6
Wrap the salmon tightly with the plastic wrap, then place it in a shallow dish. If necessary, place a small weight on top of the salmon to enhance the curing process.
Step 7
Refrigerate the salmon for 24 to 36 hours, turning the fillet every 12 hours to ensure even curing.
Step 8
Once cured, unwrap the salmon and rinse off the seasoning under cold water. Pat it dry with paper towels.
Step 9
To serve, thinly slice the salmon at an angle and arrange on a platter. Accompany with lemon wedges and fresh dill sprigs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (564.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1316.8 |
| Total Fat 84.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 19.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 23.7g | |
| Cholesterol 313.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 18824.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.6g | |
| Protein 117.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 2485.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 163.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2440.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories