Delia Smith Salmon En Croute

Delia Smith’s Salmon En Croute is a delectable dish featuring salmon fillets, watercress, cream cheese, and puff pastry. It takes 1 hour and 15 minutes to make and serves 4 people.

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💗 Reasons To Add This Recipe To Your Repertoire

• Flavors. Rich salmon, zesty lemon, and creamy cheese blend for a delightful taste.
• Ease. Simple steps make a complex-looking dish easy.
• Impressive. It impresses guests with its stunning presentation.
• Versatile. adaptable for various occasions, from dinners to special gatherings.

❓ What Is Delia Smith’s Salmon En Croute Recipe?

Delia Smith’s Salmon En Croute is delicious puff pastry-wrapped salmon fillets. It has tender salmon, creamy cheese, lemon zest, and fresh herbs. A flaky, golden crust encases tender, delicious fish in this dish.

📜 Delia Smith Salmon En Croute Ingredients

• 50g flaky sea salt
• 25g demerara sugar
• 2 x 500g skinless, boneless salmon fillets
• 75g watercress, chopped
• 200g cream cheese
• 2 tbsp. fresh dill sprigs, chopped
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• pinch smoked salt (optional)
• 500g block all-butter puff pastry
• flour, for dusting
• 2 eggs, yolks only, beaten
• 1 cucumber, peeled, halved, deseeded and sliced
• 1 red onion, finely sliced
• 100ml cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp. sugar

👩‍🍳 Delia Smith Salmon En Croute Instructions

1. Preparing the Salmon
   • Mix salt and sugar, and layer over salmon fillets.
   • Refrigerate 12–48 hrs.
   • Rinse and dry the fillets when they are ready.
2. Preparing Filling and Pastry
   • Mix watercress, cream cheese, dill, lemon, smoked salt, and pepper.
   • Roll out the pastry, place one fillet, spread with the mix, and add the second fillet.
   • Seal with pastry and chill for 30 minutes.
   • Create a scale-like effect on the pastry, and chill for another 30 minutes.
3. Baking
   • Preheat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7.
   • Bake for 20 minutes; glaze with yolk.
   • Lower heat to 180C/160C fan/gas 4, and bake for 20 minutes more.
   • Let stand for 10 minutes after baking.
4. Serving
   • Slice the croûte into six portions.
   • Serve with pickled veggies on the side.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Seal edges well to minimize baking spills; press hard to secure pastry.
• Try fresh salmon instead of canned or frozen for the best taste and texture.
• Moderate filling ensures the pastry cooks evenly without becoming soggy.
• Balance lemon zest and dill to taste for a personal touch.
• Roll the puff pastry slightly thicker to prevent ripping.

🥗 Serving Ideas For This Salmon En Croute?

Serve with steamed asparagus, a light mixed green salad with a citrus vinaigrette, and roasted potatoes for a balanced meal complementing the richness of the salmon en route.

🎚 Storage Guidelines For Salmon En Croute?

• In The Fridge. Store cooked salmon en croute in the fridge for up to 2 days, tightly wrapped to retain freshness.
• In The Freezer. To freeze it, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil, keeping it airtight. Freeze for up to 2 months.

🥵 How To Reheat Salmon En Croute?

• Oven. Preheat at 350°F, cover with foil, and reheat for 15-20 mins for a crispy crust and warm filling.
• Air Fryer. Set at 320°F, reheat for 8-10 mins, maintaining the pastry’s crispness and reviving the flavors.
• Toaster Oven. Heat at 325°F for 10-12 mins, checking periodically for desired warmth and crustiness.

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Delia Smith Salmon En Croute Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calorie: 619 kcal
• fat: 43g
• saturates: 16g
• carbs: 24g
• sugars: 5g
• fibre: 3g
• protein: 32g
• salt: 2.1g

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