Easy Pickled Salmon Recipe (2024)

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I love fish especially salmon. Salmon is a very healthy fish. Rich in Omega-3 fatty acid and is great for your heart. Pickled fish might sound really strange but it’s a very popular classical Russian dish. We call it Selyodka which is pickled Herring. We use Selyodka in many traditional dishes like “Russian Shuba Herring Layered Salad”. Try this simple and delicious recipe of pickled salmon. It doesn’t last very long in my family!

Ingredients:
4 pounds salmon fillet, skinless and boneless
3 Tbsp. mixed pickling spices
3 yellow onions
Marinate:
3 cups water
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup kosher salt
8-10 bay leaves
1 Tbsp. black peppercorns
Vegetable oil
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Direction:
Bring water, vinegar, bay leafs, black pepper, sugar, and salt to a boil. Turn off, set aside and let the marinate cool completely.

Cut the salmon into pieces approximately 1 inch x 2 inch. Place fish into a bowl or plastic container, pour cooled marinate over the fish. If the fish tends to float, weigh down the fish with a ceramic plate.Cover the container and refrigerate for 3 days.

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After 3 days, drain the fish; pat it dry with paper towel. (don’t save the marinate). Slice onions thin and layer dry fish pieces and onion slices in jars. After each layer or two, sprinkle with pickling mixture. Pour oil into the jars so the fish will get covered in oil. Seal jars and refrigerate.

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Enjoy!!!

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41 Comments

  1. Easy Pickled Salmon Recipe (12)

    InnaApril 11, 2013 at 12:55 pm - Reply

    Inessa, can’t wait to try to make this one!! what is in pickling spices? do you buy it at the store or make your own mix? thanks!:)

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    YuliyaApril 11, 2013 at 10:08 pm - Reply

    Интересный рецепт, никогда не знала, что лосось можно мариновать. А как долго он хранится в холодильнике в банках?

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      InessaApril 12, 2013 at 8:34 am - Reply

      Yuliya, it turns out really good. You can keep jars in the fridge if you layer with onions for 2-3 weeks, without onions for 3-4 weeks. Thanks 😉

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    MariyaApril 12, 2013 at 2:37 pm - Reply

    Hi, I love this fish. A question can you use frozen and then thawed salmon or it has to be fresh? Thank you, I love this site. Use many of your recipes:)

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      InessaApril 12, 2013 at 2:45 pm - Reply

      Thank you Mariya 😉 you definitely can use previously frozen fish.

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      ThomasJuly 29, 2017 at 11:51 pm - Reply

      It’s safer to use frozen fish because of possible parasites.

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    nadiaApril 15, 2013 at 11:03 pm - Reply

    So tasty! I love this type of fish. will try it your way, I do a little different.

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      InessaApril 17, 2013 at 8:43 am - Reply

      Thank you Nadia. How do you make yours?

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        nadiaApril 17, 2013 at 12:38 pm - Reply

        I make it without water.its basically oil,vinegar,sugar,salt,bay leaves,pepper corns,and onion.

        • Easy Pickled Salmon Recipe (22)

          Jerry LaktonenAugust 22, 2019 at 8:29 am - Reply

          Will olive oil work?

          • Easy Pickled Salmon Recipe (23)

            InessaSeptember 26, 2019 at 10:05 pm

            Olive oil is heavy and don’t like it this dish

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    irinaApril 27, 2013 at 12:02 am - Reply

    Im drooling looking at this! Love this recipe

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      BradNovember 7, 2021 at 7:14 pm - Reply

      I would y’all like to preserve this can it be preserved and placed on my Pantry Shelf

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    Marina @ Let the Baking Begin!May 19, 2013 at 11:18 pm - Reply

    Hopefully my husband will catch some more fish so that I can make it this way! I’ve been wanting to do this forever and this looks like just the right recipe! thanks!

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    andrewJuly 4, 2013 at 3:33 pm - Reply

    What species of salmon is best for this recipe ? I live on the West Coast of Canada and its prolific in wild salmon , but there are several different species, e.g. spring salmon, coho salmon , pink salmon, sockeye salmon. Each has a different taste and texture.

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      KristinAugust 16, 2018 at 5:42 pm - Reply

      I’ve always heard coho was good for pickling. Thats what I use. The firmer fish are best for it.

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    JimJuly 22, 2013 at 2:23 pm - Reply

    I followed the recipe exactly, but the fish has very little ‘pickled’ taste to it (vinegar). It’s mainly salty. I used white vinegar in the quantity specified. Can I add more vinegar to the jars to try and get them more “pickled”?

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      InessaJuly 24, 2013 at 9:38 am - Reply

      Hi Jim, it should be very lightly pickled. I haven’t try to add vinegar to the jars but I am assuming it should give more pickled taste. Good luck 😉

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    AnetaJuly 24, 2014 at 12:50 pm - Reply

    Hi, I have just tried this recipe but in a day my jar almost exploded, foam was coming out and the brine turned white and seems fizzy. I have put it in the fridge and just tasted it now, it tastes okay but fizzy, is that how its supposed to be? I am scared to eat it – its still a raw fish. Please let me know what you think, that would be very helpful!

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    Emi KoulevAugust 30, 2014 at 10:34 am - Reply

    Hi, love your recipes they are awesome thank you for sharing! looking forward for more 🙂

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      InessaSeptember 3, 2014 at 9:20 am - Reply

      Thank you 🙂

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    JimSeptember 6, 2014 at 2:22 pm - Reply

    You don’t say what the pickling mixture is. Is that the same as the marinate mixture?
    Thank you. I am waiting to try this.

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      InessaSeptember 22, 2014 at 4:09 pm - Reply

      Hi Jim,
      I have the picture of the Pickling seasonings. I do add Pickling seasonings to marinate.
      Thanks

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    GalinaMarch 6, 2015 at 6:36 am - Reply

    Made this ones so far and really liked it. Its really easy to make and tastes really good. Thank you for the recipe!

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    Donna HazenJuly 9, 2016 at 1:22 pm - Reply

    Pour oil…….does this mean any cooking oil ..fill up jar?

    • Easy Pickled Salmon Recipe (38)

      InessaAugust 31, 2016 at 7:23 pm - Reply

      Yes, corn or vegetable will work

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    michelleJuly 31, 2016 at 12:49 am - Reply

    how do you seal the jars?

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      InessaAugust 31, 2016 at 7:22 pm - Reply

      Just seal it, you will have to refrigerate it though.

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    AndreaOctober 9, 2016 at 5:23 pm - Reply

    Do you seal the jars by using a pressure cooker?

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      InessaOctober 15, 2016 at 4:14 pm - Reply

      no, by hand. Thank you

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    MartinMay 4, 2017 at 10:47 am - Reply

    Hi Inessa, I am going to try something a little different. I live in Alaska and catch plenty of salmon and jar by way of pressure cooking and I like doing new things each year. I am going to follow your recipe until the end where I am going to pressure cook it to see how it turns out. Have you heard anything negative about this? I will let you and your followers know how this turns out…Opening day for Sockeye is 11 Jun, so by the 14/15 of Jun I will update:)

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      TeresaJune 30, 2017 at 10:22 pm - Reply

      How did it work out Martin?

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      Allyson BoykoNovember 24, 2017 at 9:04 pm - Reply

      I too live in Alaska and instantly thought of using my pressure cooker. Any luck with that? Thank you

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    MichaelOctober 15, 2017 at 8:21 pm - Reply

    Can I use olive oil instead of vegetable oil?

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      InessaOctober 19, 2017 at 9:47 am - Reply

      I am sure you can, it will be heavier taste.

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    Cheryl VandermeerOctober 17, 2017 at 6:41 pm - Reply

    When you say to seal the jars, do you process the jars in hot water bath? Or put the sealing lids in hot water the put on jars?
    Thank you in advance

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    CheryleJuly 25, 2019 at 4:08 pm - Reply

    My family likes it in sugar and vinegar not the oil they are chopping at the bit for me to make more

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    Tamar TesslerSeptember 26, 2019 at 8:40 pm - Reply

    After the three days in brine, is there a minimum amount of days it needs in the onions and oil?

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      InessaSeptember 26, 2019 at 10:03 pm - Reply

      Hello, overnight is enough.

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    Cheryle DunsmuirApril 15, 2020 at 5:36 pm - Reply

    I did it both ways oil and vinegar hubby loved the vinegar and wants me to do it to other fish and shrimp

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FAQs

How long to cure salmon in vinegar? ›

Defrost the salmon in the fridge before making. Sprinkle salt over the salmon, leave for about 30 minutes. Rinse well and wipe dry with kitchen paper. Soak in vinegar for about 30 minutes.

How long will pickled salmon last? ›

Serve cold as an appetizer or lunch dish. Pickled salmon will keep well, refrigerated, for up to a week.

How long to soak salmon before cooking? ›

Brining Basics

Place the salmon in the brine, making sure it's fully submerged, and refrigerate for 4-6 hours. I know that some recipes only go for 30 minutes, but trust me, the brine will work its magic, infusing the salmon with incredible flavors and moisture, ensuring a succulent result on the grill.

How long to let salmon dry after brine? ›

Let the fish dry for 2 to 4 hours (or up to overnight in the fridge). You want the surface of the fish to develop a shiny skin called a pellicle. This is one step many beginning smokers fail to do, but drying your cured, brined fish in a cool, breezy place is vital to properly smoking it.

How long should fish sit in vinegar? ›

If you soak fish in water and vinegar for about half an hour before cooking, the flesh will stay white; more importantly, if you add a little vinegar to a court bouillon, the fish will stay whole and firm.

What does soaking salmon in vinegar do? ›

By giving a fillet a vinegar rinse (or even a full-on soak while you prepare the rest of your meal's components), you can bring out all of the fish's best qualities and textures, neutralizing any fishy scents while seasoning it.

How do you know if pickled has gone bad? ›

Homemade refrigerated pickles last at least three to four weeks in the fridge, McClellan says. Any longer and the quality will start to decline. You'll notice the brine goes from clear to murky and cloudy, and the pickles start to lose their texture.

Do I need to freeze fish before pickling? ›

Those who wish to prepare raw pickled fish should first freeze the fish at 0 F for 48 hours. The larvae of the broad fish tapeworm pass through smaller fish until they lodge as hatched small worms in the flesh of large carnivorous species of fish, like northern pike, walleye pike, sand pike, burbot, and yellow perch.

What to eat with pickled salmon? ›

Pickled salmon is delicious alone, with tiny boiled potatoes or on top of mixed greens. This is a Russian favorite that takes only a minute to prepare and keeps for up to a week in the refrigerator.

What happens if you don't rinse salmon before cooking? ›

It's important to clean salmon before cooking as doing so can remove surface contaminants and bacteria. Pathogens may be present in fish, causing foodborne illnesses you can easily avoid through cleaning. Washing your salmon also eliminates impurities like sand and dirt, creating a clean canvas for cooking.

What makes salmon taste better? ›

I'm talking about brining! Soaking salmon in a simple, quick brine for as little as 10 minutes (up to overnight, if you like planning ahead) is all it takes. To make it happen you need two very basic ingredients: water and salt. Combine 1 tablespoon of salt for every cup of water.

What does soaking salmon in milk do? ›

Apparently, the proteins present in milk can bind to the fatty acids that have been exposed to air and give salmon its fishy odor or taste and mitigate them to be more neutral. (Fishiness is caused by the oxidation of fatty acids.)

Can you leave salmon in brine too long? ›

The time depends on the fish and your taste, but leaving the dry brine on for too long will make the fish too salty. If you tend to be conservative with salt in general, pull thinner pieces out early and err on the side of less time.

Do you rinse brine off salmon before cooking? ›

Step 5: Remove Salmon from Dry Brine

Now, when your salmon is ready to cook, rinse off your salmon fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Is 1 hour dry brine enough? ›

Dry-Brine Type: Kosher salt if seasoning under skin. Kosher salt–baking powder mixture if seasoning skin. Refrigerated Resting Time: At least 12 hours and up to 3 days.

How long does salmon need to cure for? ›

Equal parts salt + sugar (combined) 50% of the weight of the salmon. Coat, leave 24 hours for lightly cured, 36 hours for medium (this is what I do) and 48 hours for hard cure.

How long can you marinate salmon in acid? ›

Avoid marinating salmon beyond 24 hours, as this may lead to protein degradation and a mushy texture. For acid-based marinades, limit the marination time to a maximum of 6 hours.

How to tell if salmon is cured? ›

You'll know the salmon has fully cured based on feel; once the texture is firm when you gently squeeze it, it's ready to go. Similar to pickling, the outcome of flavor intensity and firmness in cured salmon is determined by the length of time it sits in the brine.

Do you add vinegar when canning salmon? ›

directions
  1. Pack chunks of salmon into quart jars.
  2. To each quart add 1 Tbsp salt and 1 Tbsp white vinegar.
  3. The vinegar will soften any bones missed.
  4. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil to keep the meat moist.
  5. Add 1 Tbsp catsup for color.
  6. Seal the jars.

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