Salmon Cured with Tequila and Herbs

This preparation, essentially a New World gravlax, is delicious. I like to use the thinly sliced salmon for canapés and to layer on warm grilled flat bread with a scattering of thinly sliced sweet red onions, fresh salmon caviar, and a dollop of good sour cream or Crème Fraîche. This salmon is also delicious used to make those wonderful old-fashioned tea sandwiches with fresh herb butter and thinly sliced cucumbers.