Salt Block Gravlax

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   Cover one salt block with half of the dill sprigs.

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   In a small bowl, combine the pepper, coriander, mustard, and sugar.

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   Coat the fleshy parts of the salmon with the sugar mixture.

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   Place on the dill-covered salt block.

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   Cover the salmon with the remaining dill sprigs.

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   Place the second salt block on top.

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   You now have a salt block and salmon sandwich.

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   Wrap the whole thing in plastic wrap and refrigerate until the fish feels resilient, but not firm, to the touch.

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   The top surface should be dry and the sides moist, and it will have lost its raw look, with the flesh having turned slightly opaque.

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    Also, it will feel heavy for its size.

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    This will take one day if you are using a thin fillet of wild salmon and up to three days if you are using a thick fillet of farmed salmon.

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    When the gravlax is ready, unwrap it completely, remove it from between the salt blocks, rinse off the seasoning, and pat dry.

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    To serve, put the salmon, skin side down, on a cutting board and, starting at the wider end, slice thinly on a slant.

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    Serve on melba toast or crackers.

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    A dollop of creme fraiche or a squeeze of Meyer lemon is a nice addition.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.