Stuffed Baked Salmon Recipe

Stuffed Baked Salmon Recipe : Salmon is extremely popular here in Spain, and this stuffed baked salmon dish makes the most of its rich flavour. Filled with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and lemon, it’s healthy, delicious, and ideal for a dinner party or a special meal at home.

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 large salmon fillets (about 500 g / 1.1 lb)
  If you cannot find large fillets, use smaller ones and prepare individual parcels.

• 10 sun-dried tomatoes

• 1 egg

• Fresh basil (a handful, finely chopped)

• 1 large lemon

• 2 slices of stale white bread

• Extra virgin olive oil

• Salt and pepper

Notes

• Popular fish in Spain: Salmon is among the most common fish enjoyed here.

• Useful vocabulary: Learn Spanish words for items in the kitchen and around the supermarket to make your cooking and shopping experience smoother.

Stuffed Baked Salmon Recipe - Method

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1. Prepare the sun-dried tomatoes
   Soak the sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil the night before to soften them.

2. Prepare the lemon
   Wash the lemon thoroughly and slice it evenly.

3. Make the stuffing

   • Chop the soaked sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces and place them in a bowl.

   • Add two tablespoons of freshly chopped basil.

   • Grate the stale bread into breadcrumbs and mix with the tomatoes and basil.

   • Beat the egg and add it to the mixture.

   • Combine everything into a smooth paste using a handheld blender.

4. Assemble the salmon

   • Place one salmon fillet on a clean work surface, skin side down.

   • Sprinkle with salt and arrange half of the lemon slices on top.

   • Spread the stuffing paste evenly over the lemon slices.

   • Place the second salmon fillet on top, skin side up, and cover with the remaining lemon slices.

5. Prepare for baking

   • Tie the fillets together with kitchen string to keep the stuffing secure.

   • Place in an ovenproof dish greased with olive oil and drizzle a little extra oil on top.

6. Bake

   • Preheat your oven to 180°C / 350°F / Gas Mark 5.

   • Bake for 30 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.

7. Serve
   Garnish with fresh lemon wedges and serve with your choice of boiled potatoes, chips, or rice.

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