Black Treacle Cured Salmon Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, mix together black treacle, salt, sugar, and crushed black peppercorns.
• STEP 2.Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and coat them with the treacle mixture.
• STEP 3.Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24-48 hours, turning the salmon occasionally.
• STEP 4.After the curing time, remove the salmon from the dish and rinse off the excess treacle mixture.
• STEP 5.Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and slice it thinly.
• STEP 6.Serve the black treacle cured salmon on a platter with crusty bread and a mustard sauce.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to use fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor and texture.
• Adjust the curing time based on the thickness of the salmon fillets. Thicker fillets may require longer curing.
• You can add additional spices or herbs to the treacle mixture for extra flavor.
• Store any leftover cured salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftover cured salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Serve the black treacle cured salmon thinly sliced on a platter with crusty bread and a tangy mustard sauce.
• This dish makes a great appetizer or can be served as part of a seafood platter.