Salmon Gravadlax with Champagne Mustard

Cured salmon fillet flavored with dill and spices, served alongside a homemade sparkling champagne and juniper mustard sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 273.1 kcals 2185 kcals
Carbohydrates 11.1 grams 88.4 grams
Fat 13.8 grams 110.5 grams
Protein 21.9 grams 175.2 grams
Cook Time
5 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
GrainsCereals
1
piece
Pumpernickel Bread
for serving
Liquids
75
ml
NutsSeeds
75
g
2
bunch
Dill
fresh, leaves chopped
1
pinch
Sea Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
Seafood
800
g
Salmon Fillet
skin and pin bones removed

Steps

  • Combine the sugar, salt, crushed peppercorns, coriander seeds, and half the dill in a bowl.
  • Scatter a third of the spice mixture into a roasting tray and place the salmon on top.
  • Apply the remaining spice mixture to the salmon and cover the tray with cling film.
  • Cure the salmon in the fridge for 24 hours.
  • Rinse the salmon under cold water and pat dry.
  • Coat the salmon with Dijon mustard and the remaining dill.
  • Simmer crushed juniper, mustard seeds, sugar, and vinegar in a pan for 4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in 50ml of champagne.
  • Blend the mustard mixture in a food processor, adding the remaining champagne to create a fine purée.
  • Slice the salmon thinly and serve with the champagne mustard.