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Beetroot Salmon Gravlax

Cultural Context

Gravlax, a traditional Scandinavian dish, dates back to the Middle Ages when fishermen would cure salmon in a mixture of salt and sugar. The addition of beetroot not only enhances the flavor but also gives the salmon a vibrant color. This dish is often served during festive occasions and holidays in Sweden, showcasing the country's love for fresh, high-quality seafood. Today, variations of gravlax can be found worldwide, with many experimenting with different curing ingredients and techniques.

SwedishSEappetizer
120 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400g fresh salmon, with or without skin
1 shot rum, gin or vodka
4-5 tbsp gravlax marinade mix
1 cup salt
2/3 cup white sugar
4 tsp black peppercorns
4 tsp coriander seeds
2 beetroots, peeled, boiled 5 min, and cut into small cubes or shredded

salmon fillet

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: herring

Trout is lower in fat, while herring is often less expensive.

beetroot

💰Cheaper: red cabbage

Red cabbage can provide a similar color and texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola is more budget-friendly.

1

Prepare the salmon by removing any bones with tweezers.

2

Grate the beetroot finely and mix with salt, sugar, dill, black pepper, and lemon zest.

3

Spread the beetroot mixture evenly over the salmon fillet.

4

Wrap the salmon tightly in plastic wrap and place it in a shallow dish.

5

Weigh the salmon down with a heavy object to help it cure evenly.

6

Refrigerate the salmon for 48 hours, turning it every 12 hours.

7

After 48 hours, unwrap the salmon and rinse off the beetroot mixture under cold water.

8

Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and slice it thinly against the grain.

9

Serve the gravlax on bread with mustard, capers, red onion, and cucumber slices.

Cooking Techniques

curingslicing

Equipment Needed

plastic filmweight (food can)

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-freenut-free

Allergens

fishgluten

Also Known As

GravlaxBeetroot Cured Salmon

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