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This salmon crudo with lime basil oil is a delicious, fragrant, and refreshing appetizer for any occasion. This salmon crudo recipe has a vibrant green basil oil is layered on a serving platter and then topped with buttery raw salmon. You can serve this alongside some fluffy white rice, or paired with any main dishes for the perfect dinner.
If you’re looking for more raw fish recipes, check out our Sicilian Sashimi, and Yellowtail Sashimi with Yuzu Ponzu.
Ingredients You Need for Salmon Crudo
Sushi Grade Salmon: The star of this crudo is the raw salmon, which is sushi-grade. Frozen to help us slice, then placed on top of a tangy, fragrant lime basil oil.
Basil: Fresh basil leaves are blended with extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, and kosher salt to make the most fragrant, bright green oil that pairs well with the salmon.
Lime: While we are using lime juice as the base in this recipe, you can use any citrus juice available such as lemon juice, or even yuzu juice.
Garnishes: While you can go with any garnish you have available, we love the heat from thinly sliced jalapenos layered over each piece of salmon, as well as a little sprinkle of Gochugaru or chili flakes. You can use any other garnishes such as cilantro, lime zest, or a lime peel, thinly shaved red onions, or cucumbers.
How to Make Salmon Crudo
Freeze your Salmon: Place your salmon in the freezer for at least 15 minutes, and up to 30 minutes, this will help when you slice your crudo.
Make your Lime Basil Oil: In a blender, blend your basil, olive oil, lime juice, and salt. Adjust as needed with water to your preferred consistency. We like our consistency to be like a creamy vinaigrette, so about 1 tablespoon will do. Transfer to the fridge to chill until ready to serve.
Slice your Salmon: Remove your salmon from the freezer and with a sharp knife carefully slice the salmon about 1/4-inch thick.
Assemble and Serve: On a serving platter, drizzle your basil oil in one even layer, and then gently layer your sliced salmon over. Top with 1 or 2 pieces of thinly sliced jalapeno over each piece of salmon, finishing with a sprinkle of Gochugaru or chili flakes.
Tips for Buying Sashimi-Grade Fish
- All sushi-grade fish has been previously frozen and is safe to consume raw.
- You can buy sushi-grade fish at some major retailers, at local Japanese markets, or at local Farmer’s Markets.
- If you aren’t sure if it’s sushi grade, ask your fishmonger, or look out for any signs that indicate it’s sushi grade.
- You can also find some sushi-grade fish for purchase online such as Riviera Seafood Club.
What to Serve with Salmon Crudo
If you’re looking for what to pair with salmon crudo, check out some ideas below:
Frequently Asked Questions
Use any of your favorite seasonings available to you, such as black pepper, soy sauce, fresh ginger, or chili.
Yes, feel free to use this basil oil with any other fish. Some ideas are scallops, ahi tuna, or albacore.
Yes! As long as you ensure you purchase sashimi-grade salmon or sushi-grade salmon.
It is best to serve this fresh, however, you can pre-slice your salmon, and make your basil oil ahead of time, and when it’s time to eat, just assemble. We don’t recommend putting the oil and salmon together and storing them that way.
Crudo means “raw”. It’s usually raw fish, shellfish, or sometimes even sliced beef, always made of uncooked ingredients.
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Place your salmon in the freezer for at least 15 minutes, and up to 30 minutes, this will help when you slice your crudo.
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In a blender, blend your basil, olive oil, lime juice, and salt. Adjust as needed with water to your preferred consistency. We like our consistency to be like a creamy vinaigrette, so about 1 tablespoon will do. Transfer to the fridge to chill until ready to serve.
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Remove your salmon from the freezer and with a sharp knife carefully slice the salmon about 1/4-inch thick.
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On a serving platter, drizzle your basil oil in one even layer, and then gently layer your sliced salmon over. Top with 1 or 2 pieces of thinly sliced jalapeno over each piece of salmon, finishing with a sprinkle of Gochugaru or chili flakes.
Calories: 119kcal, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 10g, Sodium: 0.3mg, Potassium: 0.1mg, Calcium: 0.1mg, Iron: 0.1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.