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25-Minute Salmon Tartare

25-Minute Salmon Tartare: Fresh Flavor in Half an Hour

This 25-Minute Salmon Tartare is an impressive, gluten-free, and dairy-free appetizer that showcases high-quality salmon.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tartare
  • 8 ounces fresh salmon Opt for sushi-grade, skinless salmon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil A mild variety
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons capers drained and chopped
  • 1 whole jalapeño diced finely
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard for tanginess
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest for zesty kick
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives thinly sliced
For Serving
  • 1 whole baguette or crackers for base
  • 1 cup chips or crudité for dipping
  • 4 cups salad greens or rice for heartier dish

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • mixing bowl
  • ring mold

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Optional: Place the sushi-grade salmon in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm it up.
  2. Once firm, slice the salmon into ¼-inch planks, then chop into ¼-inch cubes.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine diced salmon with olive oil, red onion, capers, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, and jalapeño. Toss gently until combined and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  4. For presentation, press tartare into a ring mold or small bowl and refrigerate briefly for added firmness.
  5. Serve tartare with baguette, crackers, or fresh vegetables. Enjoy at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Keep all ingredients very cold to enhance freshness and texture. A sharp knife is essential for slicing salmon.

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