Salmon Gravlax with Nasturtium Leaves & Flowers
A Nordic classic reimagined with the peppery brightness of nasturtium. The cured salmon develops silky richness balanced by citrus, dill, and nasturtium leaves, while the blossoms add a floral-spicy note to the final presentation.
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Print PinServings: 8 Servings
Calories: 51kcal
Cost: £15.00
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Non-reactive Pan
Ingredients
- 1 each Side of Salmon skin on, pin bones removed (about 1 kg / 2.2 lb)
- 100 g Coarse Sea Salt 3.5 oz / ½ cup
- 100 g Caster Sugar 3.5 oz / ½ cup
- Zest of 1 Lemon
- Zest of 1 Orange
- 2 tsp Cracked Black Pepper
- 1 each Small bunch Dill chopped
- 2 each Handfuls Fresh Nasturtium Leaves washed and dried
Instructions
- Prepare the Cure – Mix the salt, sugar, citrus zests, pepper, and dill in a bowl.
- Coat the Salmon – Lay the salmon on a tray lined with cling film. Rub the cure mixture evenly over the flesh.
- Wrap with Nasturtium Leaves – Arrange the nasturtium leaves over the salmon so they overlap, covering the entire flesh side.
- Cure – Wrap tightly in cling film, place a weight on top, and refrigerate for 36–48 hours, turning the salmon after 24 hours.
- Unwrap & Slice – Rinse off excess cure lightly, pat dry. Thinly slice at an angle, keeping the nasturtium leaves partially intact for colour and presentation.
Presentation
- Plate slices in a fan on a chilled white plate, drizzle with lemon-infused oil, and scatter a few nasturtium flowers and leaves for a modern, contemporary finish.
- Serve with rye bread or blinis and crème fraîche.
Nutrition
Calories: 51kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 4845mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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