Indulge in the exquisite flavors of salmon enhanced by the elegant Gravlax sauce, a harmonious blend of dill, mustard, and citrus. Experience a culinary journey with three distinct recipes that showcase the versatility of this classic Nordic dish. From the traditional Gravlax Cured Salmon to the innovative Baked Gravlax Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce and the refreshing Gravlax Salmon Salad, each recipe promises a tantalizing taste adventure. Prepare to elevate your palate with these carefully curated recipes that celebrate the essence of Gravlax, offering a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
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SMOKED SALMON TARTINES WITH GRAVLAX SAUCE
Ina Garten takes avocado toast to a whole new level.
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place the toasted bread on a cutting board and overlap slices of avocado on each piece of bread, using a quarter to half an avocado for each, depending on the size of the avocado and the bread. Sprinkle the avocado with lemon juice, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place one large slice of salmon on top, ribboning it to fit. Drizzle with a tablespoon of the sauce.
- Garnish with some red onion, sprinkle with the dill fronds, salt and pepper, and serve with extra sauce on the side.
- Whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey mustard, whole-grain mustard, ground mustard, sugar and vinegar in a medium bowl. Combine the olive and grapeseed oils in a small measuring cup. Slowly add the oil mixture to the mustard mixture, whisking constantly, until emulsified. Stir in the dill and salt.
GRAVLAX WITH MUSTARD SAUCE
Steps:
- Make gravlax:
- Mix salt, sugar, and white peppercorns.
- Take a handful and rub it on both sides of the salmon. Place the salmon in a dish, and sprinkle the rest of the mix on top.
- Cover the salmon with dill, and let it stand for 6 hours at room temperature. Refrigerate for 24-30 hours, depending on how thick the salmon is.
- Make mustard sauce:
- Mix the mustard, sugar, and vinegar, and season with pinches of salt and pepper. Mix in the oil while you pour it in a steady stream. When the sauce has a mayonnaise-like consistency, stir in chopped dill.
- Slice the salmon off the skin in thin slices, and place them on a platter. Cut the skin in pieces, approximately 1/2" wide, and blacken them in a very hot cast-iron skillet. Decorate platter with lemon, dill, and skin.
GRAVLAX (MARINATED SALMON)
This is the traditional Swedish gravlax recipe. Nowadays lots of varieties have evolved, but this is the original. It is traditionally served with the mustard sauce ('Gravlaxsas') and lemon. I recommend a German or Californian dry or semi-dry white wine to this. Because of the simplicity of the recipe, the salmon has to be of the best quality and freshness available.
Provided by Andreacute Grisell
Categories Swedish
Time P3DT20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the salmon, remove all bones with a pair of tweezers, but leave the skin on.
- Rinse.
- Mash the dill stems in a mortar with a little of the salt.
- Mix with the rest of the salt, the sugar and pepper.
- Save the dill leaves for the sauce.
- Cover the flesh side of the fillets with the mixture, and place the fillets flesh-to-flesh in a tray made of glass or stainless steel.
- Cover with plastic foil and put a heavy weight on top (e. g. the mortar or a brick).
- Keep refrigerated for 72 hours, turning the fillets every 12 hours.
- Do not discard the liquid that forms.
- Scrape off the spices and discard the liquid.
- The salmon will keep refrigerated for about a week.
- For the sauce, mix mustard, sugar and vinegar.
- Add the oil a little at the time (as for mayonnaise), constantly stirring.
- Just before serving, add lots of dill and salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the salmon with a sharp, flexible knife in big, thin slices parallell to the skin.
- Arrange the ice-cold salmon on lettuce leaves with slices of lemon.
- Serve the sauce separately.
- Also serve toasted bread and butter.
SALMON WITH GRAVLAX SAUCE
Make and share this Salmon With Gravlax Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by UmmBinat
Categories Halibut
Time 21m
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small glass or stainless-steel bowl, whisk together the mustard and water. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Whisk in the mayonnaise, honey, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon dill.
- Heat the broiler.
- Rub the salmon on both sides with the oil.
- Put the pieces in a broiler pan or on a baking sheet, skin-side down, about 2 inches apart.
- Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon dill, and the pepper.
- Broil the fish until golden brown and just barely done (the fish should still be translucent in the center), about 6 minutes for a 1-inch-thick fillet.
- Serve the salmon with the sauce alongside.
- NOTE:.
- Fish Alternatives,.
- Because it goes so well with the sauce, salmon is hard to beat for this recipe. However, other thick fillets, such as grouper, sturgeon, or halibut, can be substituted.
- Tip:.
- If you broil or roast salmon fillet with the skin and want to serve it skinless, cook the fillet skin-side down and then simply slide a large spatula between the cooked flesh and the skin and lift the fillet. It's especially easy if you don't oil the skin or pan so that the skin sticks to the pan. Line the pan with aluminum foil for easy clean up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.9, Fat 22.7, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 125.9, Sodium 361.9, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 6.6, Protein 47
Tips:
- Choose high-quality salmon. Fresh, wild-caught salmon is the best choice for gravlax, as it has a richer flavor and firmer texture.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the salmon. This will help to create clean, even slices.
- Cure the salmon for at least 24 hours. This will allow the flavors of the cure to penetrate the fish.
- Rinse the salmon thoroughly before serving. This will remove any excess salt or sugar from the cure.
- Serve the salmon with your favorite accompaniments. Some popular choices include gravlax sauce, lemon wedges, and capers.
Conclusion:
Gravlax is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. It is a great way to use up leftover salmon, and it can also be made ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights. With a little planning, you can easily make gravlax at home and enjoy this Scandinavian delicacy.
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