5 unique salmon recipes: enjoy!

For the lovers of salmon, here are 5 unique and must-try recipes that you absolutely need to know and try. Your palate will be delighted by these delicious preparations that highlight this refined fish.

Salmon with Asparagus Cream and Parmesan

An original and tasty first recipe combining ideal flavors for an appetizer or a main course. The main ingredients are salmon, asparagus, parmesan and fresh cream.

Ingredients:

• 4 fresh salmon fillets
• 400g of green asparagus
• 200ml of thick fresh cream
• 100g of parmesan shavings
• salt and pepper

Preparation:

1. Cook the asparagus in a large pot of boiling salted water for about 15 minutes then drain them and set aside.
2. Cook the salmon fillets in a non-stick pan with a little bit of fat.
3. Mix the fresh cream with the grated parmesan in a saucepan until you obtain a creamy sauce.
4. Season the sauce with salt and pepper, then add the asparagus cut into pieces. Let it simmer for a few minutes over low heat.
5. Serve the salmon topped with the parmesan asparagus cream.

Marinated Salmon with Lime and Ginger

Here is an exotic and refreshing recipe that will appeal to fans of spicy and fruity flavors! For this, you will need salmon, lime, fresh ginger and soy sauce among others.

Ingredients:

• 4 fresh salmon fillets
• 2 green lemons
• 4 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 piece of fresh ginger
• pepper

Preparation :

1. Squeeze the juice from the limes and peel the ginger before grating it finely.
2. Mix together the lime juice, soy sauce and grated ginger to get a homogeneous marinade. Season lightly with pepper to your taste.
3. Place the salmon fillets in a deep dish and pour the marinade over it. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, turning the fillets occasionally to soak them thoroughly.
4. Cook the marinated salmon fillets in a non-stick pan for about 10 minutes on each side.
5. Serve hot accompanied by white rice and a green salad for a light and balanced meal.

Salmon with small vegetables and chorizo

Here is a delicious recipe that wonderfully combines the delicate taste of salmon with the spicy flavor of chorizo. The main ingredients are salmon, cherry tomatoes, chorizo, and courgettes.

Ingredients:

• 4 fresh salmon fillets
• 200g of cherry tomatoes
• 1 zucchini
• 100g of chorizo cut into thin slices
• olive oil, salt and pepper

Preparation:

1. Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut off the ends of the zucchinis. Then slice them into rounds.
2. Heat a large pan with some olive oil. Add the cherry tomatoes, zucchini and slices of chorizo. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender and the chorizo is slightly grilled.
3. In another pan, cook the salmon fillets with a little fat for about 8 minutes on each side. Lightly salt and pepper.
4. Arrange the salmon fillets on the plates and serve with the vegetables and chorizo.

Salmon in parchment with tarragon and champagne

This sophisticated recipe is ideal for impressing your guests at a festive meal. Salmon, tarragon, and champagne are the key ingredients of this gastronomic delight.

Ingredients:

• 4 fresh salmon fillets
• 1/2 bottle of champagne
• 4 teaspoons of chopped tarragon
• 40g of butter
• salt and pepper

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (thermostat 6).
2. Cut 4 large squares of parchment paper and arrange a salmon fillet in the center of each one.
3. Pour a small amount of champagne over each fillet, then sprinkle with chopped tarragon. Season lightly with salt and pepper to your taste.
4. Add a knob of butter on each fillet and seal the parcels tightly.
5. Place the parcels on a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes.
6. Serve the papillotes still closed to preserve the aromas and let your guests discover their content by themselves.

Salmon in Pistachio Crust

A gourmet and original recipe that will surprise with its unique flavor. The key elements of this dish are salmon, unsalted pistachios, and honey.

Ingredients:

• 4 fresh salmon fillets
• 125g of unsalted pistachios
• 50g of breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoons of honey
• butter, salt and pepper

Preparation :

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (thermostat 6-7).
2. Finely grind the pistachios and mix with the breadcrumbs in a bowl. Lightly salt and pepper to your taste.
3. Coat each salmon fillet with a thin layer of honey, then roll in the mixture of pistachios and breadcrumbs.
4. Place the coated fillets on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper and add a few knobs of butter on top.
5. Bake for about 15 minutes until the crust is golden and crispy.
6. Serve hot accompanied by green vegetables and steamed potatoes.

With these 5 unique salmon-based recipes, diversify your meals and let yourself be tempted by new flavors: from the simplest to the most sophisticated. Bon appétit!