Ingredients

  • 1/4 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 whole smoked whitefish (about 2 pounds) (see note)
  • 1 hard-boiled large egg, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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Method

  • Place the onions in a small bowl and cover with cold water.
  • Let soak for 15 minutes.
  • Drain.
  • Meanwhile, using a small knife and your hands, remove the skin, bones, and any brown bits from the whitefish and discard.
  • Flake the whitefish into small pieces into a medium bowl, checking again for any bones.
  • Add the egg and onion to the whitefish and mash together with a fork.
  • Stir in the mayonnaise and lemon juice.
  • (For a smoother textured salad, pulse the whitefish mixture in a food processor.)
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Cook's Note: If you're buying cleaned whitefish, you'll need 3 1/3 cups.