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salmon-en-papillote

Cooking in a tightly sealed paper packet or papillote ensures that the cooking juices are retained and keeps the fish moist.

Yield : Makes 4 servings
Prep Time : 25 mins
Cooking Time : 15 mins

Ingredients

  • Olive oil, for the parchment paper
  • 4 salmon fillets, 6oz (175g) each
  • 4 small ripe tomatoes, sliced
  • 1 large lemon, sliced into 8 rounds
  • 8 tarragon sprigs

Directions

1. Cut 4 heart-shaped pieces of baking parchment large enough for the salmon to fit on one half.

2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). For each fillet, brush a parchment heart with olive oil. Place 1 sliced tomato on one half of the heart. Top with 1 salmon fillet, 2 lemon slices, 2 tarragon sprigs, and season with salt and pepper. Fold the heart over to enclose the fish and vegetables. Tightly crimp the edges to create a tight seal. Repeat with the remaining ingredients. Place the parcels on a baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes, until the paper browns.

3. Place the salmon parcels on dinner plates. Serve immediately, with scissors so each guest can open their packet.

Good with Beurre Blanc (a classic butter sauce) poured over the fish or served alongside.

Notes

Prepare ahead: The salmon parcels can be refrigerated up to 6 hours before baking.


© 2008 Dorling Kindersley
 

Nutritional Information

Nutrients per serving

406 kcal
4 % daily value
65 % daily value
1 % daily value
876 mg
60 mg
36 g
2 g
2 g
7 g
94 mg
106 mg
6 g
26 g
6 % daily value

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