Juniper-Flavored Gravlax

Ingredients

• ½ cup kosher salt
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons cracked white peppercorns
• 2 teaspoons juniper berries, crushed
• 2 pounds center-cut salmon fillet, skin on
• 3 bunches fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons gin

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (14 servings)

    171 calories; 8 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 2 grams monounsaturated fat; 2 grams polyunsaturated fat; 7 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 7 grams sugars; 13 grams protein; 35 milligrams cholesterol; 427 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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12 to 16 first courses

Preparation

1. In a bowl, combine the salt, sugar, peppercorns and juniper. Using your hands, rub 1 cup of the mixture all over the salmon. Transfer to a glass baking dish and cover with the remaining mixture. Scatter dill over the salmon and set aside at room temperature for 2 1/2 hours. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 to 5 days.
2. When ready to serve, remove plastic and discard dill. Transfer the salmon to a cutting board and drizzle with the gin. Slice thinly on the diagonal. Serve with bread and garnishes of choice.