Description
Potato-Crusted Salmon combines crispy, golden potatoes with tender, flaky salmon for a delightful culinary experience. This dish not only pleases the palate but also impresses with its stunning presentation. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, it’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner with this delicious recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 cups grated Yukon Gold or russet potatoes
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grate the potatoes into a bowl, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- Toss the grated potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer, forming a rustic shape.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and place salmon fillets on top of the potato crust. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Return to the oven for another 12-15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (Approximately 200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg