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Lana Mihajlović posted an update
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Ocean Kiss with Dill Cream
#PlatingChallenge
Profile: Amateur
Type: Appertizer
Ingredients: Salmon; Olive oil; Sesame oil; Sesame seeds; Lemon; Mayonnaise, Red onion and Fresh dill
Story about „Kiss with Dill Cream“:
This dish was born from memory. Not of lavish feasts, but of simple, quiet moments by the sea. In the north, where the water is cold and the sky is often painted with colors you can’t quite describe, salmon is more than an ingredient – it’s a part of identity, a symbol of raw nature and the gentleness it offers when approached with respect.
That’s why I chose to present „Kiss with Dill Cream“ – small, carefully shaped bites of salmon, standing proudly on sticks like pine trees on the windy cliffs of a fjord. These bites are wrapped in a delicate yet piquant dill cream, because I wanted to strike a balance between the familiar and the unexpected. Just like the northern waters were cold, but my heart felt warm.
The hardest part was finding that balance – to keep the salmon tender, while allowing the sauce to be bold enough to support it without overpowering it.
The best part? The scent of fresh dill while chopping, and the moment the first bite shone on the plate – like a tiny northern light. That contrast of colors, textures, and flavors… that’s when I knew this dish was telling my story.
Valentina Gurau, liloczka1978 and 8 others12 Comments-
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Scoolinary Team
Lana, it’s so great to have you in the challenge,thank you for joining with such an original idea!
I really liked how you made the dish tell a story, like the salmon and dill went on a little trip through a fjord.
The presentation is beautifully done, and those lemon slices add a bright, ocean-like spark that really catches the eye. Was it tricky to keep the salmon juicy while skewering and baking it?
Thanks for sharing it! ❤️
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@Sussan Estela Olaya Thank you dear for the kind words. Let me tell you a little secret, this is just the first dish I prepared. I have many more gastronomic stories in the art edition. Salmon is one of my favorite sea fish, so I didn’t bother much about the baking technique. More marine editions coming soon ☺️
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@lanamihajlovic Lana, how exciting to know this is just the beginning! We absolutely love your creative approach and how each dish tells a story. Your passion truly shines through, and we can’t wait to see your upcoming ocean-inspired creations.🌊
The way you blend technique, aesthetics, and storytelling is truly inspiring!❤️
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Oh, Gee, Chef. This is from another world! 🌊🔥 Thanks for joining the #PlatingChallenge with a dish that reads like a love letter to the fjords. “Ocean Kiss” is subtle, poetic, and bold in all the right ways. The dill cream sounds like the perfect bridge between softness and spark—how did you adjust its acidity to complement the sesame and salmon without clashing?
Please share this northern light moment on socials and tag us: @scoolinary_en & @davidjrickett 💫
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@Sol Damiani Thank you, my dear Sol!
When it comes to the dressing, the key was balance: I used lightly sweetened lemon juice (just a drop of honey) to soften the acidity and tie it nicely with the creaminess of the mayo. Red onion added a bit of sharpness, and the fresh dill brought everything together into that “love letter” to the sea.
The sesame and salmon needed the sauce to support rather than overpower them, so I aimed for a gentle yet expressive note.
This is just the first appetizer—many more stories are coming for this challenge. With this post, I’ve opened the door to a new adventure.
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@lanamihajlovic And NOW we are all Indiana Jones waiting to see what comes next
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@Sol Damiani Don’t worry, you won’t be waiting long. I studied hard all last week and prepared for the marathon 😂 A little hint… today I cooked non-stop for 4 hours. 🥁 😎
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@lanamihajlovic That’s the challenger spirit we like
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Ohhh, Lana!! Qué besos más inesperados, pero qué agradables… no sé por qué, quizá por su inmensidad, pero el mar siempre tiene la capacidad de regalarnos recuerdos de momentos especiales. Me encanta tu plato, y esa crema picante 🌶 Bravo!!
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@Beatriz Torija Thank you my sweet twin sister ❤️ I prepared many things for this challenge, hope you will like it. Btw. What about you? Are you ready to shine ☺️
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Y qué historia tan bien contada con este plato Lana. Casi puedo oler el eneldo recién cortado y saborear el salmón impregnado en esa salsa que invita a soñar. Me encanta 👏
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@Maloles Muñoz Thank you dear Maloles 🥰
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