Recipe by Diane Wiese, F/V Martin Is, @copper_river_coastal
Bring a taste of Alaska’s summer bounty to your table with this Blueberry Salmon Gravlax. Fresh or thawed wild blueberries add a burst of color and subtle sweetness to the classic Scandinavian cure, pairing beautifully with the rich, buttery texture of wild Copper River salmon. Infused with a hint of smokiness and brightened by fresh cilantro, this no-cook dish is as stunning to look at as it is delicious to eat. Perfect for brunch boards, elegant appetizers, or a unique twist on your favorite bagel spread—this is gravlax with a wild, vibrant twist.
Blueberry Salmon Gravlax
Ingredients
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1 Fillet Copper River Sockeye Salmon, skin removed
Curing Mixture
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3/4 cup sea salt or other non-iodized salt
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3/4 cup sugar
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1 1/2 tsp Liquid Smoke
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2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen & thawed
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1 bunch of cilantro
Instructions
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In a food processor, process all the curing ingredients with a few pulses
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Pour 1/2 of the curing mixture in a 9"x13" pan
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Lay the skinless salmon fillet on top of the cure making sure the bottom of the fillet is covered with cure mixture
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Top the salmon with the remaining cure and spread evenly to completely cover the fish
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Cover the top of the salmon with plastic wrap and weigh it down with a couple of foil covered bricks, canned food or other weight
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Place the pan in the refrigerator for 24- 36 hours, turning the fish every 8-12 hours.
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When the fish is cured it will be firm to the touch
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Remove from pan, wipe off extra cure and rinse with cold water
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Thinly slice gravlax diagonally and enjoy!
You can also make smaller amounts of the gravlax with our 6 oz sockeye portions!
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