TOM VALENTI'S LOW-SALT GRAVLAX

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Tom Valenti's Low-Salt Gravlax image

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     quick, appetizer

Time 15m

Yield at least 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 2- to 3-pound fillet of salmon, pin bones removed
2 tablespoons vodka or aquavit
1/2 cup salt
1/4 cup sugar
2 bay leaves, chopped
2 bunches dill, stems and all, minced
3 shallots, peeled and sliced
1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon caraway seeds, lightly toasted
1 tablespoon minced tarragon
1 1/2 tablespoons green peppercorns

Steps:

  • Place salmon, skin side down, on a large sheet of plastic wrap, and sprinkle it with the vodka or aquavit. Mix together the salt and sugar, then sprinkle onto the flesh side of the salmon. Mix together the bay leaves, dill, shallots, pepper, caraway seeds, tarragon and green peppercorns. Cover the flesh side of the salmon with this mixture, making sure to coat it completely.
  • Wrap the fish well, and refrigerate for about 48 hours.
  • Unwrap the salmon, and rinse off the cure. Dry, then slice on the bias. Serve plain or with lemon wedges, creme fraiche, sour cream or a light vinaigrette. (Mr. Valenti serves it atop a chickpea pancake, with caviar and mustard oil, at his restaurant.)

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 233, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 20 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 276 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Beauty Hammy
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It sounds delicious.


Sidraa Graphix
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Rhonda Smiley
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This is the best gravlax I've ever had. It's so flavorful and has the perfect texture.


RobHorror240
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I've made this gravlax several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


Zubair Ahmad Zaki
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The gravlax is absolutely delicious.


Tony Shoemaker
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this gravlax. It's not fishy at all.


kevin caudill
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This gravlax is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Linamandla Mpama
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I love that this recipe uses less salt than traditional gravlax recipes. It's still flavorful, but not too salty.


millani _mellzie
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I've never made gravlax before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out great and I'll definitely be making it again.


Ocemeri Moses
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This is the best gravlax recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


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


Jazlinn Victoria
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I followed the recipe exactly and my gravlax turned out perfect. It was the hit of my party.


Daniel Richway
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I'm not a huge fan of gravlax, but I have to say this low-salt version is pretty good. It's not as fishy as I thought it would be.


Toufiq Khan
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The gravlax was delicious! I served it with blinis and crème fraîche.


YN
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This recipe is a must-try for any gravlax lover. It's easy to follow and the results are amazing.


Mamta Mandal
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I've made gravlax before, but this low-salt version is a game-changer. It's so much easier to make and the flavor is just as good.


Rekha Khatun
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My gravlax turned out fantastic! The low-salt method made it less salty than traditional gravlax, which I prefer. It had a lovely delicate flavor and a perfect texture.