[header] How to make lox [title] Rinse the salmon and check for bones. [step] To prepare homemade lox, you'll need 1 ½ to 2 pounds (680 to 907 g) of boneless salmon fillet with the skin on. Run some cold water in the sink and rinse the fillet well.
[header] How to make lox [title] Rinse the salmon and check for bones. [step] To prepare homemade lox, you'll need 1 ½ to 2 pounds (680 to 907 g) of boneless salmon fillet with the skin on. Run some cold water in the sink and rinse the fillet well.
Next, examine the fillet to make sure that all of the bones have been removed. [substeps] You can purchase either " belly lox " or regular " lox " fillets. Strip and cut your fillet flesh into thin strips. Set the fillet aside and throw away the flesh. Then drain the flesh on a clean, dry towel. Pat the fish dry, and soak 2 pounds (470 g) of flesh in ice water for 10 to 15 minutes. [substeps] Launder and peel the skin for easier storage. Your salmon comes in 2 large chunks, so it should be dry by the time you're ready to cook it.