Homemade Lox: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Delicious and Nutritious Cured Salmon

Homemade Lox: A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Delicious and Nutritious Cured Salmon

Understanding Lox and Its Varieties
What Is Lox?
Lox, derived from the Yiddish word for salmon, refers to brined salmon fillets cured in a salt-sugar mixture. This delicate process results in a silky, flavorful fish commonly served on bagels with cream cheese, capers, and onions. The curing intensifies the salmon’s natural flavors, creating a unique experience compared to other forms of salmon. In