CITRUS-CURED GRAVLAX WITH TOASTED FENNEL SEEDS

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Citrus-Cured Gravlax With Toasted Fennel Seeds image

Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 to 4 tablespoons Cointreau or other orange liqueur
1 1/4 pounds salmon fillet with skin
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup coarse salt
1/2 tablespoon fennel seeds, toasted and crushed
Zest of 1 lemon, grated
Zest of 1 lime, grated
Zest of 1 orange, grated
2 thyme sprigs, leaves crushed
1 dried bay leaf, crumbled
Citrus crème fraîche, for garnish. (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Rub Cointreau over flesh side of salmon. In a half-gallon zip-top plastic bag, combine sugar, salt and fennel. Add zests, thyme and bay leaf; mix well.
  • Put salmon in bag, gently roll to coat, then press sugar-salt mixture into meat. Place plastic bag on a plate, put a weight on top (like a heavy skillet) and refrigerate overnight or for about 12 to 14 hours.
  • When ready to serve, remove bag from refrigerator and thoroughly scrape off citrus-salt mixture, dabbing with a damp cloth if necessary. Before serving, slice gravlax paper-thin on a diagonal and serve on crackers, with a dollop of citrus crème fraîche with tarragon.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 206, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 243 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams

Cabdi shakuur Agaf
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best gravlax I've ever had.


Moosa Khaskheli
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This gravlax is amazing! The citrus cure gives it a really bright and refreshing flavor. I served it with blinis and capers, and it was the perfect appetizer.


Rayshonanda Brown
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I love this gravlax recipe. It's so simple to make and it always turns out delicious. I've made it for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and it's always a hit.


Arslan Safi
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This gravlax is perfect for a party or a special occasion. It's so easy to make and it always impresses my guests.


Phyllis Zenani
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I've made this gravlax several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


Nazirul Islam
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This is a great recipe for gravlax. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.


Asim Malik
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This gravlax was delicious! I loved the citrus cure and the fennel seeds added a really nice crunch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Jewell Amagliani
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I followed the recipe exactly and the gravlax turned out perfectly. It was so flavorful and moist. I served it with blinis and crème fraîche, and it was a huge hit with my guests.


Sufyan Mirza
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This was the best gravlax I've ever had. The cure was perfect and the fennel seeds added a really nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Full Desi
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I'm not a big fan of gravlax, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and moist, I couldn't get enough of it.


Mahar Fakher
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This is my go-to gravlax recipe. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious.


Brandon Gray
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This gravlax is so easy to make and it always turns out great. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Ali Kharal
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I love this recipe! The gravlax is always delicious and the fennel seeds add a nice touch.


Thabo Poopedi
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This gravlax was amazing! The citrus cure gave it a really bright and refreshing flavor. I served it with blinis and capers, and it was the perfect appetizer.


Hasan family Entertainment
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I followed the recipe exactly and the gravlax turned out perfectly! It was so flavorful and moist. I served it with blinis and crème fraîche, and it was a huge hit with my guests.


Honesty Gipson
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This was my first time making gravlax, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Thomas Mccracken
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I love gravlax, and this citrus-cured version is one of the best I've ever had! The cure is so flavorful and the fennel seeds add a really nice touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ana Isabel
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This gravlax was delicious! The cure was perfectly balanced, and the fennel seeds added a nice crunch. I served it with blinis and capers, and it was a perfect brunch dish.


Haris Marwat
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I've been on a gravlax kick lately, and this citrus-cured version is my new favorite! The cure is incredibly flavorful, and the fennel seeds add a lovely touch of warmth and spice. I'll definitely be making this again.


Winnie Mapenzi
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This gravlax was a hit at my dinner party! The citrus cure gave it a wonderfully bright and tangy flavor, and the toasted fennel seeds added a nice textural contrast. I served it with blinis and crème fraîche, and it was a perfect appetizer.