I love cured salmon, and this recipe is a southwestern take on the classic salmon lox.
For the fish:
1. In a food processor, combine sugar, allspice, cinnamon, chili powder, salt, habaneros, 1/2 the cilantro (leaves only) and olive oil. Puree until smooth.
2. Rinse the salmon filets. Wearing gloves to save your hands from burning for the next few days, rub the spice mixture over the salmon filets. If you are using one large filet, cut it in half so that the two halves can be stacked on top of each other.
3. In a large shallow pan (preferably glass), place one filet skin side down. Sprinkle the remaining cilantro on top of the fish, then place the other filet on top, skin side up (to make a fish cilantro sandwich).
4. Pour the tequila over the fish and cover the pan tightly with plastic wrap. Place two large cans (10-15 lbs) on top of the fish to weight it down. Refrigerate the whole thing for 5 days, turning the filet sandwich over on day 2 and day 4.
5. On day 5, when you are ready to serve your fish, cut the meat on the bias, and serve atop french bread slices garnished with creme fraiche, cilantro, lime wedges and with peach salsa on the side.
For the peach salsa:
1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Season to taste. For a smokier spicy taste, add 1/2 tsp chipotle chile powder. Also, if you plan to keep the salsa, squeeze 1/2 a lime into the mix to keep the colors brighter.
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Serving Size: 1 Serving (845g) | ||
Recipe Makes: 6 Servings | ||
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Calories: 1189 | ||
Calories from Fat: 240 (20%) | ||
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Amt Per Serving | % DV | |
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Total Fat 26.7g | 36 % | |
Saturated Fat 4.2g | 21 % | |
Monounsaturated Fat 4.6g | ||
Polyunsanturated Fat 6.8g | ||
Cholesterol 235.9mg | 73 % | |
Sodium 5329.2mg | 184 % | |
Potassium 1946.8mg | 51 % | |
Total Carbohydrate 72.4g | 21 % | |
Dietary Fiber 4.3g | 17 % | |
Sugars, other 68.1g | ||
Protein 99.2g | 142 % | |
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Calories per serving: 1189
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