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Finland Gravlax Recipe

290kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 15 minutes
Cook 0 minutes
Total 15 minutes
I discovered the Finnish Gravlax recipe on a trip and decided to give it a try. This tasty dish is easy to make and perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Servings 8 Servings
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Finnish

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh salmon fillet skin-on
  • 1/2 cup coarse sea salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns crushed
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 cup aquavit optional
  • 1 lemon sliced

Method

  1. Rinse the salmon fillet under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix together the sea salt, sugar, and crushed peppercorns in a bowl.
  3. Place the salmon fillet skin-side down in a large dish and sprinkle the salt-sugar mixture over it, pressing it into the flesh.
  4. Sprinkle the chopped dill and aquavit (if using) over the top of the salmon.
  5. Place the lemon slices over the top of the salmon.
  6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.
  7. After 24 hours, remove the salmon from the dish and rinse off the salt-sugar mixture and dill.
  8. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and slice thinly.
  9. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories290kcalCarbohydrates8gProtein33gFat14gSaturated Fat3gCholesterol93mgSodium4415mgPotassium845mgSugar8g

Notes

Tips and Tricks

Make sure to use high-quality salmon fillet for the best results.
Use a sharp knife to slice the gravlax thinly.
Serve the gravlax with traditional Scandinavian accompaniments such as rye bread, mustard-dill sauce, and pickled cucumbers.

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