JUNIPER-AND-GIN GRAVLAX

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Curing your own salmon is worth the effort. This Swedish-inspired version calls for marinating the fish with citrus zest, juniper berries, dill, and gin. You'll be proud to serve this homemade treat as an appetizer at your next dinner party.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time P3DT45m

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons packed grated zest from 2 lemons, 2 limes, and 1 orange
1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper
2 tablespoons coarsely ground juniper berries
1 cup chopped fresh dill
1/4 cup gin, such as Hendrick's
1 1/2 to 2 pounds sushi-grade salmon, skin on, pin bones removed
Meyer-Lemon Relish, for serving
Salmon roe, crackers or crostini, capers, creme fraiche, shaved fennel, and sliced red onion, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine salt, sugar, zest, pepper, juniper, and dill in a bowl. Add gin; stir until mixture resembles wet sand.
  • Rinse salmon and pat dry. Line a baking sheet with plastic; scatter one-third of sugar mixture on it. Lay salmon, skin-side down, on sugar mixture; spread remaining mixture evenly over top. Wrap tightly in the plastic; place a second baking sheet on top and weigh down with canned goods. Refrigerate, flipping fish and pouring off excess liquid every 24 hours, for 3 days. Rinse excess sugar mixture off salmon; pat dry.
  • Place fish flesh-side down, and slide the tip of a long, sharp knife between flesh and skin at a short end. Using a paper towel to grip, gently pull skin off. Flip fish; thinly slice at a 45-degree angle. Serve with relish, roe, crackers, capers, creme fraiche, fennel, and onion.

Inamullah Noori
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I found this gravlax to be a bit bland.


Mr bot gaming
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This gravlax is a bit too salty for my taste.


Birungi Beiza
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I love the combination of juniper berries and gin in this gravlax. It's so unique and delicious.


Gerardo Villatoro
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This gravlax is perfect for a light lunch or appetizer.


Kath Mally
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I'm not a big fan of gravlax, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Niloy Saha
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This gravlax is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Jasfia Chisti
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I've never made gravlax before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!


Daniel Izuoba
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This is my new favorite gravlax recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Ali Muhibi27
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I made this gravlax for Christmas dinner and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Hector Arvizu
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This gravlax is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


ntombi dube
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I wasn't sure about the juniper berries and gin, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The flavors are amazing together.


Favour Stanley
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This gravlax is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Shehzad Jan
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I've made this gravlax several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer for any party.


Bashiru Oshuwa
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This gravlax was easy to make and turned out so delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


arhal abbad
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I love making gravlax at home and this recipe is my go-to. It's always a success.


Shumalia ali
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This is the best gravlax I've ever had. The juniper berries and gin really make it special. I highly recommend this recipe.


Gordon Feeley
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I followed the recipe exactly and the gravlax turned out perfect. It was so flavorful and moist. I served it with blinis and crème fraîche and it was a real crowd-pleaser.


Wendy Zaer Sherman
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This gravlax was a hit at my dinner party! The juniper berries and gin gave it a unique and delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.