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Beet-Cured Trout with Cottage Cheese
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Beet-Cured Trout with Cottage Cheese

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FishCold2 servings20 minutes±210 kcal

Ingredients

  • 220 g trout fillet (sashimi-grade), skin removed
  • 1 small raw beet, coarsely grated
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dill, finely chopped
  • 80 g cottage cheese
  • Pepper to taste
  • Optional: thin cucumber ribbons or apple slices for freshness

Instructions

- Pat the trout dry and remove the skin completely.

- Combine beet, sea salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

- Cover the trout with this beet cure mixture.

- Let it rest in the refrigerator for 30–45 minutes.

- Rinse lightly and pat dry.

- Slice into thin pieces.

- Serve with cottage cheese and dill.

Serving Tip

Serve the thinly sliced trout on a large plate with dollops of cottage cheese and sprigs of dill. Soft, fresh, and elegant — a light Scandinavian preparation with stunning colors and subtle flavors.

Storage Tip

Consume within 24 hours due to the short curing process and raw preparation.

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LAST_UPDATE: 2/18/2026