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Salmon Caviar

Salmon caviar is also known as red caviar or pink caviar. The roe from salmon is not strictly considered caviar and is usually just referred to as roe. The Japanese preparation is especially popular and is called Ikura. Ikura is a word originating from Russian and Persian forms of the word for roe or eggs.

Salmon caviar is known as one of the most popular of the non-sturgeon caviars. This roe explodes in your mouth and make wonderful hors d'oeuvres and canapes. Substitutes include smoked salmon roe or trout roe (paler grains), golden caviar, flying fish roe (tobiko) or caviar (smaller and darker eggs with a superior quality or the even less expensive lumpfish roe.

Salmon caviar features large, orange eggs and a bolder flavor than sturgeon caviar. A popular food pairing is made with pasta and smoked salmon. Shallots and crème fraiche or sour cream complete the dish.

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