Description
Fresh salmon tartare by Jamie Oliver combines zesty citrus with delicate seafood. Chefs and home cooks can easily master this elegant appetizer that promises both flavor and sophistication.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb (675 g) skinless salmon
- 3 tbsps (45 ml) olive oil
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) white wine vinegar
- 2 tbsps finely chopped fresh chives
- 4 tsp finely chopped shallot
- 1 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped capers
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) whole-grain mustard
- 4 tsp (20 ml) lemon juice
- 1 tsp (5 ml) Tabasco sauce, to taste
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Preparation: Dice salmon into precise, uniform 1-inch cubes, maintaining consistent texture and visual appeal.
- Shallot Treatment: Infuse shallots with white wine vinegar and cold water, allowing a 5-minute marination to soften and mellow their sharp flavor.
- Flavor Fusion: Drain shallots thoroughly, then combine with salmon in a mixing bowl, introducing extra virgin olive oil, chives, lemon juice, and flat-leaf parsley for a vibrant, herbaceous profile.
- Flavor Enhancement: Introduce robust taste elements including whole-grain mustard, briny capers, and a splash of Tabasco sauce to elevate the tartare’s complexity.
- Seasoning: Delicately season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, ensuring a balanced flavor that complements the salmon’s natural richness.
- Final Composition: Gently fold ingredients, maintaining the salmon’s delicate structure while creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
- Plating: Artfully transfer the tartare to chilled plates, presenting immediately to preserve its fresh, pristine character.
- Serving Suggestion: Accompany with optional garnishes like crisp green salad, toasted artisan bread, or homemade crispy potato chips to complete the culinary experience.
Notes
- Master Salmon Selection: Choose ultra-fresh, sushi-grade salmon from a trusted fishmonger to guarantee food safety and premium taste quality.
- Precise Knife Technique: Use an extremely sharp knife and cut salmon on a cold surface to maintain clean, uniform 1-inch cubes without crushing delicate fish texture.
- Shallot Marinade Magic: Neutralize sharp shallot bite by briefly soaking in vinegar-water mixture, which softens flavor and adds subtle tangy undertones.
- Temperature Control Matters: Serve tartare immediately after preparation and keep ingredients chilled to preserve delicate salmon’s freshness and prevent bacterial growth.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg