Smoked salmon should be sliced paper-thin, on the diagonal, as close to serving time as possible. We like to serve it as simply as we can.
- Remove the salmon from the refrigerator 30 minutes before serving.
- A squirt of fresh lemon juice is delicious; offer generous lemon wedges.
- Pass a peppermill; fresh black pepper is a must.
- Danish pumpernickel is a natural accompaniment.
- Other embellishments include a dab of caviar, a dollop of sour cream, or a sprinkling of chopped fresh dill.
- Champagne or chilled vodka, neat, are the approved libations.