Pastrami Salmon Recipe

Name: Pastrami Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 side salmon, about 2 to 2 1/2 pounds, skin and bones removed; 1 cup coarse or kosher salt; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 bunches fresh coriander; 1 bunch fresh Italian parsley; 1/2 pound shallots, peeled; 1/2 cup molasses; 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper; 5 bay leaves; 4 tablespoons paprika; 4 tablespoons ground coriander seed; 4 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper; 4 tablespoons cracked pepper; Mustard oil; Rye toast; Potato Pancakes (optional)

Servings: persons

1 side salmon, about 2 to 2 1/2 pounds, skin and bones removed
1 cup coarse or kosher salt
1/2 cup sugar
2 bunches fresh coriander
1 bunch fresh Italian parsley
1/2 pound shallots, peeled
1/2 cup molasses
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
5 bay leaves
4 tablespoons paprika
4 tablespoons ground coriander seed
4 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons cracked pepper
Mustard oil
Rye toast
Potato Pancakes (optional)

1
Place salmon on a platter.
2
Combine salt and sugar.
3
Mix well, and coat both sides of salmon with salt mixture.
4
Combine coriander, parsley, and shallots in a food processor and puree.
5
Coat both sides of salmon with puree.
6
Refrigerate salmon for 2 to 3 days.
7
Scrape marinade from fish and discard.
8
Dry fish with paper towels.
9
Combine molasses, cayenne pepper, and bay leaves in a saucepan.
10
Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 minute.
11
Allow molasses mixture to cool and, using a brush, paint fish on both sides with molasses mixture.
12
Sprinkle paprika, coriander, ground black pepper, and cracked pepper on both sides of fish.
13
Refrigerate salmon overnight.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 side salmon, about 2 to 2 1/2 pounds, skin and bones removed, 1 cup coarse or kosher salt, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 bunches fresh coriander, and more.

Yes, Pastrami Salmon 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!

Pastrami Salmon

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Variations & substitutions

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