Vodka-cured Smoked Salmon with Preserved Lemons

Desdription
This is quick, simple, flavourful and perfect for Australia's hot summer climate! Serving suggestion: Warm Turkish bread and crème fraîche mixed with a touch of horseradish.
 * Recipe supplied by Tracey Beaton of NaiveSpice Hampers & Catering

Ingredients

 * 400 g smoked salmon
 * ½ tbsp freshly ground salt
 * ¼ tbsp white sugar
 * freshly ground pepper to taste
 * 1 shot (40 ml) vodka (citrus-flavoured is even better)
 * 2 Tbsp lemon juice
 * 2 pieces preserved lemon rind, finely diced
 * 2 tbsp fresh dill
 * 1 tbsp citrus zest (lemon, orange or lime)
 * 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
 * 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Directions

 * 1) In a small bowl combine the salt, pepper and sugar.
 * 2) Add vodka and lemon juice and stir until dissolved.
 * 3) Add zest, dill, preserved lemon rind, red onion and olive oil.
 * 4) Place smoked salmon in a shallow casserole dish and pour over dressing.
 * 5) Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (over night is better).
 * 6) To serve, strain off any excess liquid and mound on a chilled serving platter.