Lemon Grass Gravlax Recipe

Name: Lemon Grass Gravlax
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (2 pound) salmon fillet, skin on; 1 ounce gin; 1 ounce tequila; 2 ounces fresh lemon juice; 5 ounces sugar; 5 ounces salt; 7 ounces cracked black pepper; 3 ounces coriander seed, cracked; 2 lemon grass stalks, halved lengthwise; 1 ounce chopped dill; 1 ounce chopped fresh cilantro; Suggested servings: with mixed green salad, on toasted brioche, or on sticky rice patties

Servings: persons

1 (2 pound) salmon fillet, skin on
1 ounce gin
1 ounce tequila
2 ounces fresh lemon juice
5 ounces sugar
5 ounces salt
7 ounces cracked black pepper
3 ounces coriander seed, cracked
2 lemon grass stalks, halved lengthwise
1 ounce chopped dill
1 ounce chopped fresh cilantro
Suggested servings: with mixed green salad, on toasted brioche, or on sticky rice patties

1
Place salmon skin down on cheesecloth.
2
Leave enough cheesecloth on all sides to completely cover finished product.
3
Mix gin, tequila, lemon juice, and brush on fish.
4
Mix sugar, salt, pepper, and coriander seed and spread evenly on fish.
5
Place lemon grass on fish.
6
Combine dill and fresh cilantro and spread evenly on fish.
7
Wrap salmon in cheesecloth and place in a perforated pan (place tray underneath pan to collect juices) Place pan on top of fish with 2 to 3 pounds of weight.
8
Cure under refrigeration for 3 days remove cheesecloth and scrape off the cure.
9
Slice thinly keeping knife at a 30-degree angle.
10
Best served with mixed green salad, on toasted brioche, on sticky rice patties.

225

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (2 pound) salmon fillet, skin on, 1 ounce gin, 1 ounce tequila, 2 ounces fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Lemon Grass Gravlax 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.

Lemon Grass Gravlax

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