If you’re aiming to serve a delectable and creamy dish that will impress your family and friends, then you should consider preparing a classic favorite - salmon a la king. It is a dish that can be enjoyed for a quick and sophisticated lunch or dinner. It can also be served as a hearty appetizer. The velvety smooth sauce is made with a combination of butter, flour, milk, and cream, along with diced cooked salmon, bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms. The secret to creating the perfect salmon a la king lies in selecting the freshest ingredients, carefully cooking the salmon until it flaked perfectly, and creating a smooth and creamy sauce. Follow our step-by-step guide and discover the art of making this classic dish.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SALMON A LA KING CASSEROLE
Make and share this Salmon a La King Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Pinay0618
Categories Savory Pies
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Spray 12 x 8 inch glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In medium saucepan, combine Alfredo sauce, peas and mushrooms; cook over medium heat until bubbly.
- Remove from heat.
- Gently sir in salmon and pimientos.
- Pour into sprayed baking dish.
- Unroll crescent roll dough into 2 long rectangles.
- Press edges and perforations to form 1 rectangle.
- Place over salmon mixture in baking dish.
- Bake at for 12 to 18 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
CREAMED SALMON ON TOAST
Steps:
- In a saucepan or skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour, stirring constantly, until a smooth paste is formed. Gradually add milk and reserved liquid from peas, stirring constantly, until a smooth thick gravy is formed.
- Flake salmon into a bowl, breaking apart any large pieces. Stir salmon and peas into the sauce carefully with a wooden spoon to avoid mashing the peas. Cook until heated through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Toast bread in toaster oven or broiler pan. Butter, if desired, and top with salmon mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 73.2 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 880.3 mg, Sugar 5 g
SEAFOOD A LA KING
I like this recipe because it looks fancy yet it's very easy to make. It can be made with almost any milk cooked fish. We've enjoyed salmon, sole and leftover whitefish.-Louise Graybiel, Toronto, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bake pastry shells according to package directions. In a small saucepan, whisk together the water, soup mix and celery salt; bring to a boil, whisking frequently. Add the tuna, crab and mayonnaise; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Stir in sour cream; cook for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Spoon tuna mixture into shells before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
SEAFOOD à LA KING
Need a simple meal that you can add your own touches to and satisfy hearty appetites? Try an à la king!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. In medium bowl, stir 2 1/4 cups Bisquick mix and the milk until soft dough forms. Drop by 6 spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, mix remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- To serve, split biscuits in half; place on 6 individual plates. Spoon generous 1/4 cup hot chowder mixture over bottom of each biscuit. Top with remaining biscuit halves. Spoon 1/4 cup chowder mixture over top of each biscuit.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
CREAMED SALMON ON TOAST
"When our children were small and we were busy outside, we'd come in to enjoy this quick meal," writes Elsie Bloom, Courtenay, British Columbia. "We still make it when we don't feel like fussing in the kitchen."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; add onions. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for until thickened, 2 minutes. Reduce heat. Stir in salmon, salt and pepper. Cook until heated through, 10-12 minutes. Serve over toast.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
SALMON A LA KING
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350°F. Separate breadsticks. Stack 3 breadsticks together stretch to a 10-inch rope. Twist rope shape into ring, pinching ends to seal. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining breadsticks. Bake at 350°F. for 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown.2. Meanwhile, melt margarine in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper and celery cook and stir 1 minute. Stir in flour and salt cook until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Gradually add milk. Cook until mixture boils and thickens, stirring constantly.3. Gently fold in salmon and pimientos cook until thoroughly heated. Serve over baked breadstick rings. Garnish with fresh dill.Nutrition Information Per Serving: Serving Size: 1/4 of Recipe * Calories: 530 * Calories from Fat: 220 * % Daily Value: Total Fat: 24 g 37% * Saturated Fat: 6 g 30% * Cholesterol: 45 mg 15% * Sodium: 1350 mg 56% * Total Carbohydrate: 48 g 16% * Dietary Fiber: 2 g 8% * Sugars: 10 g * Protein: 28 g * Vitamin A: 30% * Vitamin C: 40% * Calcium: 15% * Iron: 20% * Dietary Exchanges: 3 Starch, 3 Lean Meat, 3 Fat or 3 Carbohydrate, 3 Lean Meat, 3 FatSee Cook's Note: Buying Canned Salmon
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips:
- Fresh salmon is the best choice for this dish, but frozen salmon can also be used if thawed properly.
- Use a good quality canned salmon if using canned salmon.
- Do not overcook the salmon, as it will become dry and tough.
- Serve the salmon a la king immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Garnish the salmon a la king with fresh parsley or dill before serving.
Conclusion:
Salmon a la king is a classic dish that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its creamy sauce, tender salmon, and flaky pastry, it is a perfect meal for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. Whether you are using fresh or canned salmon, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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