Lightly salted pink salmon in oil sauce

6 servings

40 minutes

Lightly salted salmon in oil marinade is a refined dish of Russian cuisine that embodies the traditions of homemade salting. Historically, salted fish was an integral part of the Russian table, allowing for long-term preservation of the product. In this recipe, the salmon is gently salted with added sugar, achieving a delicate balance of flavor. The marinade made from oil, vinegar, and spices highlights the fish's tenderness and adds zest. Onion rings and bay leaves enhance the aroma, creating a harmonious taste. The dish is perfect as an appetizer and can be served with rye bread or potatoes. Lightly salted salmon not only delights with its rich flavor but also serves as a source of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, making it indispensable for health-conscious eaters.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 315.9
• Proteins: 34.7g
• Fats: 16.9g
• Carbohydrates: 5.7g

Ingredients

• Pink salmon: 1 kg
• Salt: 2 tbsp
• Sugar: 1 tbsp
• Onion: 1 head
• Bay leaf: 4 pc
• Black peppercorns: 8 pc
• Vinegar 9%: 1 tbsp
• Water: 80 ml
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Rinse the pink salmon, clean it from scales. It is preferable for the fish to be slightly frozen, as it is easier to fillet.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pink salmon: 1 kg

2. Remove the head, entrails, and fins.

3. Cut the fillet along the backbone with a sharp knife. Remove the bones with tweezers.

4. Mix 2 tablespoons of salt and 1 tablespoon of sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt: 2 tablespoons
   • Sugar: 1 tablespoon

5. Rub both pieces of fillet with the mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt: 2 tablespoons
   • Sugar: 1 tablespoon

6. Layer the fillets on top of each other, cover with plastic wrap, and leave overnight for the fish to salt.

7. Cut the salted fish into small slices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pink salmon: 1 kg

8. Cut the onion into rings.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head

9. Mix 1 tablespoon of vinegar, 80 ml of water, and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vinegar 9%: 1 tablespoon
   • Water: 80 ml
   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

10. Place onion rings, bay leaf, and peppercorns at the bottom of the jar.

    Required ingredients:

    • Onion: 1 head
    • Bay leaf: 4 pieces
    • Black peppercorns: 8 pieces

11. Lay out the slices of fish.

    Required ingredients:

    • Pink salmon: 1 kg

12. Repeat the layer of onion and fish.

    Required ingredients:

    • Onion: 1 head
    • Pink salmon: 1 kg

13. Pour the fish with marinade.

    Required ingredients:

    • Vinegar 9%: 1 tablespoon
    • Water: 80 ml
    • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons

14. The pink salmon will be ready to serve in 1-2 hours.