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Roasted Salmon on a Bed of Apples and Potatoes Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This roasted salmon recipe features a delicate blend of tender salmon cooked on a bed of thinly sliced apples and red-skinned potatoes, enhanced with a fragrant apple sauce infused with fennel seeds. The dish is baked to perfection, resulting in a harmonious balance of savory fish, sweet apples, and tender potatoes with a crispy finish from the final broil step.

Ingredients

Salmon and Apple Sauce

  • 1 large piece of salmon
  • 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds (or aniseed)

Vegetables and Seasoning

  • 4 small red-skinned potatoes
  • 3 Cortland apples
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Defrost and Preheat: If using frozen salmon, defrost it overnight in the refrigerator. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) before cooking.
  2. Prepare Apple Sauce Mixture: In a saucepan, combine the unsweetened apple sauce, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and fennel seeds. Heat over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until warmed through, ensuring it does not boil. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Prepare Potatoes and Apples: Wash the potatoes and apples thoroughly. Slice both into thin rounds. For the apples, slice until you reach the seed core, then turn and slice the remaining apple into crescents after coring. This cuts the apples into thin, manageable pieces perfect for baking.
  4. Season Salmon: Pat the salmon dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on all sides. Place it in the center of an oven-safe baking dish.
  5. Assemble the Dish: Arrange the sliced potatoes and apples around the salmon in an alternating pattern, tucking them closely for even cooking. Pour the apple sauce mixture over the salmon, making sure to coat it well and get some underneath the fish. Drizzle the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the apples and potatoes, then season them with salt and pepper.
  6. Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Place it in the preheated oven and bake at 450°F for 30 minutes to allow the salmon and vegetables to cook through and absorb the flavors.
  7. Broil for Finish: Remove the foil and switch the oven to the broil/grill setting. Broil for an additional 5 minutes to create a slightly crispy top and finish the salmon cooking. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately while hot, ensuring each serving includes salmon, apples, and potatoes for a balanced, flavorful meal.

Notes

  • Use fresh fennel seeds or aniseed for the best aromatic flavor in the apple sauce.
  • Cortland apples are preferred for their tart yet slightly sweet flavor and firm texture, but you can substitute with other baking apples like Granny Smith or Fuji.
  • Make sure to slice apples and potatoes thinly and evenly to ensure they cook through within the baking time.
  • Broiling at the end adds texture but keep a close eye to avoid overcooking or burning.
  • This recipe pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed green vegetables for a complete meal.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/roasted-salmon-on-a-bed-of-apples-and-potatoes-recipe/