What is Gravlax? The Scandinavian-Inspired Salmon You Need to Try

Herbaceous, delicate, and totally addictive.

If you love smoked salmon, wait until you meet its ancient Nordic cousin: gravlax. This cured salmon specialty has been a staple in Scandinavian cuisine for centuries, and it’s making waves with foodies around the world, especially when it's made the Fish Delish way.

What is Gravlax?

Gravlax is salmon that has been cured, not smoked, in a mixture of salt, sugar, and aromatic herbs. The traditional Scandinavian method involved burying the salmon in sand ("grav" means grave, "lax" means salmon), but today we take a slightly more refined approach. The result? A silky, melt-in-your-mouth texture and an elevated, herb-forward flavor.

How is Gravlax Different from Smoked Salmon?

Unlike smoked salmon, gravlax is never smoked. It gets its flavor and preservation purely from the curing process. While smoked salmon leans into savory and smoky notes, gravlax offers a gentler, fresh flavor, often complemented by ingredients like dill, mint, or even beetroot and brandy (yes, we went there).

Our Gravlax, The Fish Delish Way

At Fish Delish Canada, our gravlax is crafted from the same prime, royal cut loins we use for our cold smoked salmon. But instead of smoke, we rely on:

• Natural dry cure with salt, sugar, and spices

• Fresh herbs like dill and mint for brightness

• Small batch production to ensure freshness and consistency

• Unique variations like our Beets & Brandy Gravlax for a gourmet twist

The result? A gravlax so tender and flavorful, you’ll be inventing excuses to eat it.

How to Serve Gravlax Like a Pro

Looking for some inspiration? Here are a few ways to enjoy gravlax at its finest:

• On rye toast with mustard-dill sauce and capers

• Wrapped around cucumber ribbons with cream cheese

• Layered over avocado toast with lemon zest

• Served on a brunch board with pickled onions and soft-boiled eggs

• Paired with a crisp white wine or chilled aquavit

Why Customers Love It

"I didn’t know what gravlax was, but now I can’t stop eating it. The dill & mint one is out of this world." - Layla, Vaughan

"The Beets & Brandy Gravlax is a showstopper. Beautiful to look at and even better to eat." - Ben, Montreal

Try It for Yourself

Never tried gravlax before? Now's the time. Our hand-crafted, kosher-certified gravlax is cured to perfection and shipped across Canada. Choose from:

• Dill & Mint Gravlax (refreshing and bright)

• Beets & Brandy Gravlax (earthy and luxurious)

• Taste tradition with a gourmet twist. Order our gravlax online at smokedsalmoncanada.com and discover your new favorite salmon experience.