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Salmon 104 °F introduces four classic preparations, each elevated with modernist technique, in a delicately-composed dish that’s perfect as a last-minute appetizer or chilled entrée. Here, lightly brined, sous vide cooked salmon practically melts on the palate, enveloped in a rich horseradish cream that adds a twinge of heat. An emerald watercress puree and petals of purple-and-white pickled onion brighten and enliven the dish. A sprinkling of ground coriander seed and black pepper, a few flakes of sea salt, and a drizzle of olive oil finishes the dish. By the time you serve Salmon 104 °F at your own table, you&#39;ll have mastered several versatile cooking techniques that you&#39;ll use again and again. Each component can be prepared days in advance, and refrigerated, so that you have a simple, yet impressive dish that&#39;s easy to put together at a moment&#39;s notice.