Smoked Scottish Salmon, London Cure

Smoked Scottish Salmon, London Cure - 4 oz (113 g), by H. Forman & Son, United Kingdom.

Salmo salar, commonly known as Atlantic salmon or the king of fish, is a species of anadromous fish in the family Salmonidae. It is considered a healthy and luxurious food in many cultures and features in numerous popular traditional cuisines, making it one of the most demanded fish on the market.

H. Forman & Son is based in London and was founded in 1905, making it the UK's oldest surviving salmon smokehouse. They exclusively use a cold, friction-based smoking process with oakwood and meticulously clean, split, trim, fillet, salt, and carve salmon by hand to ensure their products' utmost quality.

Each fish is cured for 24 hours before the friction-smoking process begins. Instead of burning it, a wheel grinds at high speed against oakwood to produce smoke, keeping the fish cool, damp, and free of ash residue. This imparts it with the delightful taste of oakwood smoke and preserves its natural flavors without requiring to pump it full of sugar and brine to keep it moist, preventing the slices from turning to mush when frozen.

The result is a delicacy with an unparalleled smooth texture and a distinctly rich, buttery, and slightly salty flavor that seafood enthusiasts will greatly appreciate. To savor the delightful experience of this London cure Scottish salmon, ensure to serve it chilled and consider:

• Enjoying it on its own or with classic accompaniments like crackers, bread, or bagels.
• Creating a luxurious snack by spreading cream cheese or light goat cheese on a slice of bread or a cracker, then topping it with cold-smoked salmon.
• Enhancing the flavors by adding a squeeze of fresh lemon or a sprinkle of lemon zest. The citrusy notes complement the rich taste of the salmon.
• Garnishing with fresh dill for a herby, aromatic touch that pairs exceptionally well with the smokiness of the salmon.
• Thinly slicing red onions and layering them on the salmon for a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
• Creating a unique twist by combining cold-smoked salmon with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves.
• Pairing the salmon with ripe, sliced or mashed avocado on a base of your choice for a creamy texture.
• Adding the salmon to salads for a protein boost. It pairs well with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and a light vinaigrette.
• Topping your morning scrambled eggs or omelet with thin slices of salmon for a gourmet breakfast.
• Creating elegant cucumber canapés by placing small portions of salmon on cucumber rounds and garnishing them with fresh herbs.