Puff the Magic Salmon
Experience an enchanting twist on seafood with "Puff the Magic Salmon," a show-stopping dish that wraps tender salmon fillet in golden, flaky puff pastry. This easy yet elegant recipe combines the creaminess of seasoned spinach and cream cheese with the brightness of fresh dill and a hint of zesty lemon. The filling is cozily encased in buttery pastry, brushed with egg wash for that irresistible, golden crispness. Perfect for dinner parties or special occasions, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, "Puff the Magic Salmon" is bound to impress, delivering restaurant-quality flavor right from your oven. Keywords: puff pastry salmon, baked salmon recipe, salmon in pastry, elegant seafood recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 ounces salmon fillet, skinless
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to remove creases and ensure it will wrap around the salmon fillet fully.
In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, chopped spinach, dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pat the salmon fillet dry with a paper towel, then spread the cream cheese and spinach mixture evenly on top of the fillet.
Place the salmon fillet, filling side up, in the center of the puff pastry. Fold the pastry over the fillet, wrapping it like a package, and seal the edges by pressing firmly. Trim off any excess pastry.
Place the wrapped salmon seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Brush the entire surface of the pastry with beaten egg to ensure a golden, glossy finish.
Using a sharp knife, make a few small slits on the top of the pastry to allow steam to escape while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your magical creation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
704 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 286 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 1678 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.0 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.5 mcg | 57% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1092 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
