Salmon and Cucumber Tartare With Wasabi Sauce

Name: Salmon and Cucumber Tartare With Wasabi Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound salmon fillet, skin and small bones removed; 1 cup (about 5 ounces) finely diced cucumber; 1 medium size shallot, minced; 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped; 1 to 2 tablespoons minced pickled ginger (available in Japanese markets), to taste, plus additional pickled ginger for garnish; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons wasabi paste; 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; Chopped chives for garnish

Servings: persons

1 pound salmon fillet, skin and small bones removed
1 cup (about 5 ounces) finely diced cucumber
1 medium size shallot, minced
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons minced pickled ginger (available in Japanese markets), to taste, plus additional pickled ginger for garnish
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons wasabi paste
1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Chopped chives for garnish

1
Make sure there are no small pin bones in the salmon.
2
Remove with tweezers if there are, then mince the fish very fine.
3
Combine with the cucumber in a medium bowl.
4
Rinse the shallot with cold water and drain on a paper towel.
5
Add to the salmon and cucumber.
6
Add the capers, minced pickled ginger, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper, and lemon juice and toss together.
7
In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the wasabi or horseradish, vinegar, soy sauce, and olive oil.
8
Toss with the fish and cucumber mixture.
9
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
10
To serve, spoon onto cucumber rounds or pita triangles, or mold in plastic wrap-lined ramekins and unmold onto plates as a first course.
11
Sprinkle with chives and garnish with pickled ginger.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound salmon fillet, skin and small bones removed, 1 cup (about 5 ounces) finely diced cucumber, 1 medium size shallot, minced, 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped, and more.

Yes, Salmon and Cucumber Tartare With Wasabi Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!