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Gravlax

Cured salmon with dill.

2895 minutes
Serves 6
Appetizer

Instructions

  1. 1

    Inspect the salmon for any remaining pin bones and remove them with tweezers. Pat the fillet completely dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the coarse sea salt, granulated sugar, and crushed white peppercorns until evenly combined.

  3. 3

    Lay out a large piece of plastic wrap on a baking sheet. Place the salmon skin-side down. Rub the salt mixture thoroughly over the flesh side, then press the chopped dill onto the seasoned surface.

  4. 4

    Tightly wrap the salmon in multiple layers of plastic wrap to prevent leakage. Place a second baking sheet on top and weigh it down with heavy cans.

  5. 5

    Refrigerate for 48 hours. Turn the wrapped salmon over every 12 hours to ensure even curing.

  6. 6

    Unwrap the salmon, scrape off the dill and spices, and gently pat dry. Slice very thinly on a bias to serve.

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