ReceptnaptárHome-cured salmon (semga)
Cured salmon, known in Russian as semga, is one of the most beloved cold starters of northern cooking, showing off the natural flavour of the fish. It is made like gravlax but with less sweet seasoning. Thinly sliced on rye bread it graces festive and everyday tables alike.
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Method
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- Pat the salmon dry and pull out any pin bones with tweezers.
- Mix the salt, sugar and pepper.
- Rub the flesh side of the fillet with the cure and cover with dill sprigs.
- Fold the two half fillets flesh to flesh, or place one in a dish; wrap tightly in cling film.
- Cure in the fridge in a dish for 2 days, turning once a day.
- Rinse off the cure, pat dry and serve thinly sliced with rye bread, butter and lemon.
A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- The fish must be impeccably fresh; if not sushi-grade, freeze it for at least 24 hours first.
- Do not skimp on salt; curing both preserves and flavours.
- Turning daily lets the brine coat the fish evenly.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it keep?
In the fridge, rinsed and covered, 4-5 days.
Can it be done faster?
Yes, with a thin fillet 24 hours is enough, but the flavour matures less.
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