Description
This Potato-Crusted Salmon recipe offers a delightful blend of crispy golden potatoes and tender, flaky salmon fillets, making for an elegant and satisfying dinner. Perfectly seasoned and pan-seared to perfection, this dish combines simple ingredients into a sophisticated meal ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon and Potato Mixture
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each, skin removed)
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and grated)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings and Cooking
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for searing)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare and Season Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Prepare Potato Mixture: In a mixing bowl, toss the grated Yukon Gold potatoes with the all-purpose flour, chopped fresh parsley, and a pinch of salt to evenly combine the ingredients and help the crust adhere.
- Apply Mustard and Potato Crust: Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over the top surface of each salmon fillet. Then, press a handful of the potato mixture onto the mustard-coated side of each fillet, gently pressing down so the mixture sticks and forms a crust.
- Heat Oil and Butter: Warm the unsalted butter and olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, ensuring an even coating to prevent sticking and achieve a golden crust.
- Cook Potato-Crusted Salmon: Place the salmon fillets potato-side down in the hot skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the potato crust is golden brown and crispy. Carefully flip the fillets and cook on the other side for 3 to 4 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Transfer the cooked salmon to plates immediately. Serve warm with fresh lemon wedges on the side to add a bright, acidic finish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, squeeze out excess moisture from the grated potatoes using a clean kitchen towel before mixing to prevent sogginess.
- Use gluten-free flour if you need the recipe to be gluten-free.
- Pairs beautifully with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables to create a balanced and nutritious meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approximately 6 ounces)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
