Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

kosher salt

0.75 cup

sugar

0.33 cup

coarsely cracked black pepper

2 unit

fresh dill

4 unit

fresh salmon

scaled, pin bones removed, rinsed, and patted dry

0.63 cup

Swedish mustard

6 tbsp

sugar

0.33 cup

white vinegar

0.25 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1 cup

vegetable oil

1 tbsp

fresh dill

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Combine salt, sugar, and cracked black pepper in a mixing bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Set aside the salt mixture.

Step 3
~3 min

Place half of the dill sprigs in a nonreactive container.

Step 4
~3 min

Place the salmon, skin side down, on top of the dill.

Step 5
~3 min

Cover the salmon with the salt mixture, packing it in.

Step 6
~3 min

Cover the fish with the remaining dill sprigs.

Step 7
~3 min

Cover tightly with plastic wrap and weigh down the salmon.

Step 8
~3 min

Refrigerate for 24 to 36 hours, turning occasionally.

Step 9
~3 min

Remove the salmon from the refrigerator and wipe off the curing mixture.

Key Technique: Curing
Step 10
~3 min

Slice the salmon thinly from the skin at a diagonal.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve with crispbread, rye crackers or pumpernickel bread, and Mustard-Dill Sauce.

Step 12
~3 min

To make the Mustard-Dill Sauce, combine mustard, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl and whisk.

Step 13
~3 min

Whisk in the oil in a thin stream until emulsified.

Step 14
~3 min

Stir in the dill and adjust seasoning to taste.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Freeze a small portion of the cure mixture to use as a garnish.

Adjust the amount of black pepper to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with rye bread or crackers

Accompany with Mustard-Dill sauce

Offer pickled onions or cucumbers

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled Onions
Cucumber Salad
Rye Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Scandinavia

Cultural Significance

Traditional Scandinavian cured salmon dish, often served during festive occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Midsummer
Easter

Occasion Tags

Christmas
New Year's Eve
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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