Salmon Tartare
Salmon Tartare is a refined dish that showcases the delicate and fresh flavors of raw salmon, expertly prepared to highlight its natural taste and texture. This appetizer offers a perfect blend of lightness and luxury, with the fish's silky, tender flesh complemented by subtle seasonings.
Ingredients
- 1 (5 ounce) very fresh salmon fillet
- 1 teaspoon minced shallot
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon minced cornichon (small pickled cucumber)
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Remove the skin from the salmon and trim away the darker bloodline, leaving only the bright pink flesh. Carefully dice the salmon into small cubes and transfer them to a bowl, ready for preparation.
- Mix in the shallot, parsley, chives, pickle, lemon juice, sea salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to marinate for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld before serving.