Salmon duo tartar with fennel and apples

• 550g ultra-fresh skinless salmon, finely chopped
• 120g good-quality smoked salmon, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon green onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp. red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp. fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp. capers, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp. good quality extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 ½ tsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp. orange zest
• 2 ½ tbsp. fennel bulb, cut into mini cubes
• 2 tbsp. peeled green apple, cut into mini cubes
• Salt and freshly ground pepper

• Pour all the ingredients except the fennel and apple into a large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
• Remove from the fridge, add the fennel and apple and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve with deluxe croutons!

Tips and tricks for my salmon duo tartar with fennel and apple

✅ Cut the apple at the end: To avoid browning and keep its crunch, add it at the last moment.

✅ Season well: Salt and pepper are your best friends in this recipe. Taste and adjust until all the flavors explode in your mouth.

✅ Preserving & freezing: NO! This tartare must be eaten immediately. Forget the fridge, let alone the freezer, as it will lose all its texture and freshness.

✅ Replacement ideas:

1. No fennel? Replace it with celery or cucumber to keep a fresh crunch.
2. Fancy a different acidity? Swap lemon juice for lime juice or even a drizzle of cider vinegar.
3. Not a fan of smoked salmon? Replace it with finely chopped cooked shrimp for a different twist.
4. Looking for a spicier touch? Add a pinch of Espelette pepper or chili flakes.

✅ Perfect accompaniments:

1. Toasted bagel chips or crispy bread croutons.
2. Crisp green salad with lemon-walnut dressing.
3. Sweet potato fries for a sweet and salty touch.
4. Homemade guacamole for a mix of freshness and creaminess.

🔥 An ultra-fresh tartare, quick to prepare and packed with flavor! Easy, elegant and perfect to impress for sure.