How to Make Red Caviar at Home: Fresh Salmon Roe Recipes

by Oleg Nikitenko July 29, 2025

Make Your Own Red Caviar from Fresh Salmon Roe

Fresh salmon roe, especially from King or Coho salmon, offers a once-a-year opportunity to create homemade red caviar with superior texture and taste. If you're lucky enough to catch or purchase fresh roe during the season, this is your chance to enjoy one of the most luxurious seafood treats, made right in your kitchen.

Here are three easy and delicious recipes to help you get started:

1. Traditional Russian Red Caviar (Salt Brine Method)

Ingredients:

  • 500g fresh salmon roe (sacs)

  • 1 liter cold water

  • 3 tbsp sea salt (non-iodized)

Instructions:

  1. Carefully separate the roe from the membrane using a spoon or mesh strainer.

  2. Prepare a salt brine by dissolving sea salt in cold water.

  3. Gently place the roe in the brine for 10–12 minutes.

  4. Drain the roe using a fine sieve and rinse briefly with cold boiled water.

  5. Let the caviar drain and chill for 30 minutes before transferring to a clean glass jar.

  6. Store in refrigerator and consume within 3–5 days.

2. Quick Salt Red Caviar (Dry Method)

Ingredients:

  • 500g fresh salmon roe

  • 1.5 tsp sea salt (fine grain)

Instructions:

  1. Separate roe from membrane.

  2. Sprinkle the salt evenly over the roe and gently stir with a wooden spoon.

  3. Let sit for 20–30 minutes in a cool place.

  4. Stir gently again and taste. Adjust salt if needed.

  5. Transfer to clean jar and refrigerate. Ready to eat in 2 hours. Best within 48 hours.

3. Spicy Red Caviar with Garlic and Herbs

Ingredients:

  • 500g fresh salmon roe

  • 2 tsp sea salt

  • 1 clove garlic (finely grated)

  • 1 tsp chopped dill or chives

  • Optional: pinch of chili flakes or lemon zest

Instructions:

  1. Remove roe from membrane and rinse gently.

  2. Add salt, garlic, and herbs. Mix gently.

  3. Let rest for 20–30 minutes at room temperature.

  4. Store in glass container in fridge for up to 3 days.

  5. Serve on toast or blini with sour cream.

Where to Get Fresh Salmon Roe

Get premium-quality unprocessed salmon roe during the fishing season at Global Seafoods:

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