Best 4 Elegant Salmon Recipes

ELEGANT OPEN-FACED SMOKED SALMON SANDWICHES

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These smoked salmon sandwiches are simple enough for even the most inexperienced cook, yet delicious and elegant enough to be served to a special someone. Serve with a good wine and a salad for a light dinner that leaves plenty of room for a decadent dessert!

Provided by Hugatunity

Categories Seafood Fish Salmon Smoked

Time 15m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 slices bread
2 tablespoons salted butter, softened
1 teaspoon finely chopped scallion
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon bottled minced garlic
8 slices smoked salmon
½ cucumber, thinly sliced
½ lemon

Steps:

Toast bread slices in a toaster until golden and crispy, 1 to 2 minutes.
Combine butter, scallion, parsley, and garlic in a small bowl.
Spread each piece of bread with 1/2 tablespoon of herbed butter mixture. Layer with 2 slices of smoked salmon, followed by cucumber. Top with a squeeze of lemon juice. Cut on an angle and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 56.3 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1303.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

ELEGANT SMOKED SALMON STRATA

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This fancy overnight egg bake is ideal for guests. In the morning, you can simply let it come to room temperature and whip up side dishes as it bakes. Then get ready for compliments! -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 cups cubed ciabatta bread
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
10 green onions, sliced
1/2 pound smoked salmon or lox, coarsely chopped
8 large eggs
4 cups 2% milk
4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Creme fraiche or sour cream and minced chives

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss bread cubes with butter and oil; transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheeses, onions and salmon. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes longer. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Serve with creme fraiche and chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 21g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 194mg cholesterol, Sodium 845mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SIMPLY ELEGANT SALMON IN CHAMPAGNE SAUCE WITH FRESH DILL

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Elegant enough for company, yet quick and easy to prepare! Would be a lovely dinner for New Year's Eve, with a glass of bubbly. Adapted from Delia Smith's recipe.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories European

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

6 middle-cut skinless salmon fillets (6-7 oz/175-200 g each)
1 cup champagne
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, plus a little extra for greasing
2 medium shallots, finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream (double cream)
6 teaspoons keta salmon caviar, optional to garnish
3 sprigs fresh dill, to garnish
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 fresh lemon, cut into 6 wedges

Steps:

First of all, smear a little butter over the base of a large frying pan, then arrange the fillets in it.
Now slowly pour the Champagne over the salmon (it will foam quite a lot, but not to worry), then bring it to a simmer over a medium heat. Now spoon the Champagne over the top of the fillets before putting the lid on.
Gently poach the salmon, covered, for about 8-10 minutes. The tip of a knife inserted into the thickest part will show if it is cooked when you just ease the flesh back.
While the salmon is poaching, melt the butter in a medium saucepan and cook the shallots in it over a gentle heat for 5-6 minutes, until softened and golden but not browned.
When the salmon is cooked, carefully lift the fillets on to a warmed dish, cover them with foil and keep warm.
Next, add the flour to the buttery shallot juices, stir it in and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
Now gradually add the salmon poaching liquid to the pan, a little at a time, then blend in the cream, whisking until the sauce is smooth. Let it come to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes, then season with salt & pepper to taste.
Serve the salmon fillets on warmed plates with a little of the sauce spooned over and a teaspoon of keta (optional) and a sprig of dill on top, along with fresh lemon wedges and hand the rest of the sauce round in a warmed jug.
Very nice accompanied with fresh, shelled peas, or a green salad with plenty of cucumber and a lemony dressing.

ELEGANT SALMON

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I found the original version of this in a Good Housekeeping magazine in 1990. A nice dish to serve to company.

Provided by teapotter

Categories Citrus

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (1 lb) salmon fillet, skin removed
2 medium pink grapefruit
1/2 cup dry red wine
3/4 teaspoon sugar (or a little more to taste)
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
nonstick cooking spray
fresh thyme, for garnish

Steps:

Cut salmon fillet into 4 serving pieces; remove any small bones.
Peel 1 grapefruit; cut into segments between membranes; set aside. From remaining grapefruit, squeeze enough juice to measure 1/4 cup.
In 1-quart saucepan over medium-high heat, heat red wine to boiling. Cook wine until reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in grapefruit juice, sugar and 1/4 tsp salt; keep sauce warm.
In cup, mix oil, dried thyme, pepper and 1/2 tsp salt. Spray rack in broiling pan with nonstick spray. Place salmon pieces, skin-side up, on rack. With broiling pan at closest position to source of heat, broil salmon 3 minutes. Turn salmon and brush with oil mixture. Broil 5 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
To serve, place 1 piece of salmon on each of 4 warm dinner plates. Spoon grapefruit sauce over; garnish with grapefruit segments and fresh thyme. Makes 4 servings.