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Homemade Salmon Gravlax Recipe

This delicious homemade fresh salmon gravlax recipe is cured in salt, sugar, pepper, and fresh dill for a divine flavor.

Prep Time
10 mins
Additional Time
1 d
Total Time
1 d 10 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 131 kcal
Course: Breakfast , Lunch , Brunch
Cuisine: American , Scandinavian

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coarse sea salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon crushed whole peppercorns
  • ¼ cup fresh dill leaves
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2- pound side of fresh sashimi grade skin-on wild caught salmon
  • assorted crackers bagels, breads, cream cheeses and vegetables

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl, mix together the salt, sugar, peppercorns, dill, and lemon zest until combined.
  2. Next, lay half of it down and spread it out to the size of the salmon side on a large sheet of plastic wrap.
  3. Next, place the salmon skin side down onto the seasoning mixture and then cover the salmon with the remaining half of the seasonings.
  4. Wrap the salmon completely with the plastic and place it in a pan.
  5. Let it cure in the refrigerator for 48 hours.
  6. Remove the plastic and rinse very well with cold water.
  7. Thinly slice the gravlax on a bias using a slicing knife, then garnish with fresh dill leaves, slice things, and serve with assorted accompaniments.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead: You can make this up to 2 days ahead of time.
  • How to Store: Gravlax can last tightly wrapped in plastic or parchment paper in the refrigerator at under 40° for up to 2 weeks. Freeze it wrapped up in plastic for up to 2 months. Thaw for 1 day in the refrigerator before serving. I believe keeping it whole and slicing it to order also helps to preserve life.
  • You can add other spices to the salt and sugar cure, such as cumin, turmeric, fennel, celery seeds, or coriander.

Nutrition Information

Calories 131kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 31mg (10%) Sodium 7099mg (296%) Potassium 292mg (8%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 83IU (2%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 131

% Daily Value*

Calories 131kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 31mg 10%
Sodium 7099mg 296%
Potassium 292mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 12g 24%
Vitamin A 83IU 2%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.