Cold Salmon With Caviar and Mustard Seed Sauce

Name: Cold Salmon With Caviar and Mustard Seed Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2-pound pieces of salmon fillet, skinned; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon coarse Dijon mustard; 1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon water; 4 teaspoons sevruga caviar; 1 Kirby cucumber, thinly sliced; 4 teaspoons chopped fresh chives

Servings: persons

2 1/2-pound pieces of salmon fillet, skinned
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon coarse Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon water
4 teaspoons sevruga caviar
1 Kirby cucumber, thinly sliced
4 teaspoons chopped fresh chives

1
Slice each piece of salmon in half horizontally, making 4 thin paillards.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add the salmon to the skillet in batches, and cook so that it is seared on both sides but rare in the center, about 15 seconds a side.
4
Season with salt and pepper, and refrigerate until cold.
5
Meanwhile, stir together the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, water and salt and pepper to taste.
6
To serve, coat 4 plates with the mustard sauce.
7
Place 1 piece of salmon on each plate and top with 1 teaspoon caviar.
8
Fan a few of the cucumber slices on one side of the salmon, and sprinkle the chives over the cucumbers and around the edge of the plate.

250

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2-pound pieces of salmon fillet, skinned, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste, Freshly ground pepper to taste, and more.

Yes, Cold Salmon With Caviar and Mustard Seed Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!