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How to Salt Pink Salmon at Home in Brine
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How to Salt Pink Salmon at Home in Brine

120 min4 serv.21 февр. 2026 г.

Description

Perfect for the table and with drinks. Before you start salting, inspect the fish carefully. After all, you won't get a good product from previously frozen pink salmon. In fresh fish, the bones should come away from the flesh with difficulty, the flesh should be firm and springy, and not gray in color. Leave the fillet on the skin so it keeps its shape and is easier to slice.

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Step 1

    Prepare the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Step 2

    Pour water into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Add salt, a bay leaf, black pepper, and chopped dill. Simmer the brine for 10 minutes, then let it cool.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Step 3

    Cut the pink salmon fillet into pieces, place in a container, and pour over with brine.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Step 4

    Seal the container tightly and refrigerate for 24 hours. After that, remove the fish from the brine, pat dry, and serve.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Step 5

    Serve immediately or slightly chilled.