JUNIPER-FLAVORED GRAVLAX

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Juniper-Flavored Gravlax image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h45m

Yield 12 to 16 first courses

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cup kosher salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cracked white peppercorns
2 teaspoons juniper berries, crushed
2 pounds center-cut salmon fillet, skin on
3 bunches fresh dill
2 tablespoons gin

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the salt, sugar, peppercorns and juniper. Using your hands, rub 1 cup of the mixture all over the salmon. Transfer to a glass baking dish and cover with the remaining mixture. Scatter dill over the salmon and set aside at room temperature for 2 1/2 hours. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 5 days.
  • When ready to serve, remove plastic and discard dill. Transfer the salmon to a cutting board and drizzle with the gin. Slice thinly on the diagonal. Serve with bread and garnishes of choice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 171, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 176 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

Hope Durham
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I love the way the juniper berries add a little bit of sweetness to the gravlax. It's a really unique and delicious flavor.


Aidas Stasytis
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This gravlax is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love serving it with a dollop of crème fraîche and some capers.


Malek Alqayaty
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I've made this gravlax several times now and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's a great appetizer or main course.


Banaras Ali
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This is the best gravlax I've ever had. The juniper berries give it a really unique and delicious flavor.


Shadin Khan
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This gravlax is easy to make and so delicious. The juniper berries add a subtle flavor that really complements the salmon. I would highly recommend this recipe.


Bods Sdob
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I'm not a huge fan of juniper berries, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did because the juniper berries actually added a really nice flavor to the gravlax. I would definitely make this again.


Sheezan Yousif Memon
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This gravlax is so good! The salmon is perfectly cured and the juniper berries add a unique flavor that I really enjoyed. I will definitely be making this again.


SD Eava
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I love the combination of flavors in this gravlax. The juniper berries, dill, and citrus all come together to create a really delicious dish.


R TIME
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This was my first time making gravlax and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was surprisingly easy to make and the results were amazing! The juniper berries added a really nice flavor to the salmon.


Andries Vermeulen
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I've made this gravlax several times now and it's always a hit. The salmon comes out perfectly cured and the juniper berries give a little bit of extra flavor that really makes it special.


ZABEH ULLAH NOORZAI
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This gravlax recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves cured salmon. The juniper berries add a unique and delicious flavor that really sets this dish apart.