Finnish Rye-Crusted Salmon Delight
Finnish cuisine, with its roots deep in Northern European culinary traditions, offers a simplistic yet flavor-packed experience. This Rye-Crusted Salmon Delight brings together the earthy notes of rye with the rich, buttery flavor of salmon. This dish, while preserving the rustic essence of Finnish cuisine, adds a modern touch with the subtle inclusion of herbs. Perfectly balanced and divinely satisfying, it’s a true testament to the purity and intrinsic flavor of Finnish culinary arts.
Serves: 2, Difficulty: Intermediate
Preparation Time: 20 minutes, Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 180 grams Rye flour
- 4 grams Salt
- 2 Salmon fillets, approximately 150 grams each
- 3 grams Black pepper
- 2 grams Dried Thyme
- 2 grams Dried Rosemary
- 2 grams Chives, finely chopped
- 3 grams Garlic Powder
- 20 ml Olive Oil
- 70 ml Water
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- In a bowl, combine the rye flour, salt, and 2 grams of black pepper.
- Gradually add the water and mix to form a malleable dough. Set aside to rest.
- In a separate bowl, mix the remaining black pepper, dried thyme, dried rosemary, chives, and garlic powder.
- Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and coat them with the herb and spice mixture.
- Roll out the dough into two rectangles. The dough should be large enough to encase each salmon fillet.
- Place a salmon fillet in the center of each dough rectangle, then encase the salmon completely, sealing the edges.
- Place the wrapped salmon fillets on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the salmon is cooked through.
Tips
- For an added touch, brush the rye crust with olive oil before baking for a more golden, crispy finish.
- Ensure the dough is not too thick to allow for an even bake.
- Let the salmon rest for a few minutes after baking for the flavors to meld beautifully.
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 | 440 |
| Energy (kJ) | 921 | 1842 |
| Fat | 12g | 24g |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4g | 4.8g |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 40g |
| Sugars | 0g | 0g |
| Proteins | 15g | 30g |
| Salt | 0.8g | 1.6g |
