Swedish Dill Salmon (Gravlax) Recipe

Name: Swedish Dill Salmon (Gravlax)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs fresh salmon, center cut; 3 1/2 tablespoons coarse salt; 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar; 4 teaspoons white peppercorns, crushed; 1 bunch fresh dill; Gravlaxsas; 2 tablespoons mild mustard; 1 teaspoon mustard powder; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons salad oil; salt and pepper; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Servings: persons

4 lbs fresh salmon, center cut
3 1/2 tablespoons coarse salt
3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons white peppercorns, crushed
1 bunch fresh dill
Gravlaxsas
2 tablespoons mild mustard
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons wine vinegar
3 tablespoons salad oil
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

1
Remove the backbone and other bones from the salmon and cut in half lengthwise.
2
Combine the salt, sugar and pepper and rub over the insides of the fish.
3
Place one piece, skin side down, in a large bowl or serving dish.
4
Place the dill over the salmon. Top with the other piece of fish, skin side up.
5
Place a heavy platter over the salmon and weight it down.
6
Refrigerate, covered, for 24 hours. Turn the fish once or twice during this time.
7
When finished, remove the salmon from the dish and scrape off the seasonings and dill.
8
Cut off skin and slice the salmon diagonally into thin slices.
9
Serve salmon.
10
For Gravlaxsas: Combine the mustard, sugar and vinegar in a bowl and mix well together to make a paste. Slowly add the oil, beating well after each addition. Beat until the sauce is the consistency of mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper and add the dill. Makes 1/2 cup.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs fresh salmon, center cut, 3 1/2 tablespoons coarse salt, 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar, 4 teaspoons white peppercorns, crushed, and more.

Yes, Swedish Dill Salmon (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.

Swedish Dill Salmon (Gravlax)

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