Mains
Whole Atlantic Salmon Fillet with Almond, Thyme and Lemon Crust
Prep 5 mins. /Cook 15 mins.
Serves 6-7
Easy
Whole Atlantic Salmon Fillet with Almond, Thyme and Lemon Crust
Method
- Note: this recipe requires an additional 10 minutes for resting.
- Gently heat butter and garlic in a saucepan until butter has melted. Combine breadcrumbs, almonds, thyme, lemon and pepper in a large bowl and stir in butter.
- Place the salmon skin side down on a baking paper lined oven tray. Press breadcrumbs over the fish to completely cover. Bake at 220°C for 12-15 minutes or until just cooked. Rest for 10 minutes before scattering with fresh herbs, slicing and serving with lemons.
More Tips
- Impress your guests by bringing the whole salmon fillet to the table and serving it up infront of them.
- This crust is also delicious used on individual portions of salmon.
- Breadcrumb crust can be made a day ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container.
- Try serving this salmon with a salad of blanched peas, asparagus, green beans or broad beans with a zesty lemon dressing and scattered with marinated feta.
IN THIS RECIPE
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