Marinated Salmon Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time35 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexAverageServings4
CuisineCourse
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 1 lb. centre cut of salmon
 1 1/2 Tbsp. coarse salt or sea salt
 Sugar1 1/2 Tablespoon
 Black peppercorns1/2 Teaspoon, crushed
 1 bunch of dill weed, at the feathery stage

Directions

Wash fish in cold water and dry well with paper towels.
Remove the bones, or have the fishmonger do it for you, and remove skin.
Rub the salt, pepper and sugar mixture into both sides of the fish.
Place a layer of dill in a flat glass or enamelled pan and place salmon on it.
Add another layer of dill and place remaining piece of salmon over it.
Cover with wax paper and weight down with a brick or heavy object.
Refrigerate for three or four days.
When ready to serve scrape off dill and seasonings.
Slice as thin as possible with a very sharp knife.
Serve as an appetizer, with thin slices of avocado, and mustard sauce.
Garnish with watercress and black olives.
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