Salmon en Croûte

🕒 Prep: 15 min
🔥 Cook: 30 min
🍽 Serves: 4
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Salmon en Croûte is a delightful dish that combines tender salmon with a flaky puff pastry crust, offering a perfect blend of textures and flavors. It's an elegant meal that's surprisingly simple to prepare, making it ideal for both special occasions and weeknight dinners.

Ingredients for Salmon en Croûte

The star of this dish is the salmon fillet, providing a hearty and healthy base. The puff pastry wraps the salmon in a golden, flaky crust that adds a touch of sophistication. Dijon mustard brings a tangy kick that complements the salmon's richness. A sprinkle of fresh dill adds an aromatic herbaceous note, while lemon zest infuses a burst of freshness. Finally, the beaten egg acts as a glue to seal the pastry and gives it that beautiful golden finish.

Tips & Tricks

  • Make sure your puff pastry is thawed properly, but still cold, for easy handling.
  • Use a sharp knife to create small vents on top of the pastry to let steam escape.
  • If you’re making this ahead, prepare the salmon and pastry but hold off on the egg wash and baking until just before serving.

Serving Suggestions

This dish pairs beautifully with a light, crisp salad tossed in a simple vinaigrette. Roasted asparagus or steamed green beans are excellent side choices to complement the richness of the salmon and pastry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different type of fish?
Yes, trout or a mild white fish can work, but the cooking time may vary.
What if I don't have Dijon mustard?
Whole grain mustard or a mixture of yellow and a touch of honey can be a good substitute.

Salmon en Croûte Recipe Walkthrough

First things first, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it's nice and hot when you're ready to bake. Next, sprinkle some flour on your work surface and roll out the puff pastry. You want it to be large enough to wrap around the salmon with a bit of extra room for sealing.

Now, lay your salmon fillet on a clean surface and slather it with Dijon mustard. This is your flavor base, so make sure it's evenly coated. Then, scatter the chopped dill and lemon zest over the mustard, giving the salmon a lovely, fragrant topping. Add a sprinkle of salt and pepper to season.

Carefully place the salmon in the center of your rolled-out pastry. Wrap the pastry around the salmon, ensuring all the edges are sealed. This is where you’ll use some of the beaten egg as glue along the seams. Brush the top of the pastry with more beaten egg to ensure a shiny, golden crust.

Transfer your wrapped salmon to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Slide it into the oven and let it bake for 25–30 minutes. You'll know it's done when the pastry is puffed up and a deep golden brown. Let it rest for a few minutes to settle before slicing and serving.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Combines the rich flavor of salmon with the buttery, flaky goodness of puff pastry.
  • Elegant presentation that's bound to impress any guest.
  • Quick and straightforward preparation process.
  • Perfect for making ahead and baking when ready.

Ingredients

1 pound salmon fillet
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1 lemon, zested
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface to fit the salmon fillet with some extra room for folding.
3. Spread Dijon mustard evenly over the salmon fillet.
4. Sprinkle chopped dill and lemon zest over the mustard-coated salmon.
5. Season the salmon with salt and pepper.
6. Place the salmon on the puff pastry and wrap it, sealing the edges with beaten egg.
7. Brush the top of the puff pastry with the remaining beaten egg.
8. Place the wrapped salmon on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden and flaky.
9. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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