PROVENçAL SALMON WITH FENNEL, ROSEMARY AND ORANGE ZEST
In 1998, Mark Bittman and Katy Sparks, then chef of Quilty's in Manhattan, developed this easy recipe for salmon encrusted with fennel seeds, rosemary and orange zest. It's a simple though sophisticated twist on weeknight salmon. A couple things to keep in mind when making this dish: Make sure you use fillets of equal size. Buy skinned salmon fillet from the thick (that is, not the tail) end of the fish then cut across the fillet to make the four pieces. Also, allow the fish to sit for a while after coating to encourage the fragrant seasonings to permeate the flesh of the fish.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Season fillets on both sides with salt and pepper. Grind fennel seed coarsely in a coffee or spice grinder, and mix it with the rosemary and orange zest. Press this mixture onto the top of each fillet.
- Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 3 or 4 minutes. Add the oil or butter called for in the recipe and, when it shimmers, place the fillets, coated side down, in the pan. Cook about 1 minute, or until the spice mixture forms a nicely browned crust.
- Turn the fillets and cook about a minute more, then transfer to the oven. Cook about 4 minutes for rare salmon, 5 to 6 minutes for medium rare and 8 minutes for well done.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 422, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 35 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 420 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
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Sumbal Murad
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too fishy for my taste. I think I would use a different type of fish next time. The fennel and rosemary were good, but the fish flavor was too strong.
Eric Uhl
[email protected]I really enjoyed this recipe! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the orange zest. I will definitely be making this again.
Linda Sizemore
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add some more herbs and spices next time. The salmon was cooked well, but it could have used a little more flavor.
Aqsa Iqbal
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The salmon turned out great and the flavors were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
MD Rashel islam Tanvir
[email protected]This dish was a bit too complicated for me. I had to make a few substitutions and it didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. The salmon was still good, but the flavors weren't as pronounced.
Francisco j Botello
[email protected]5 stars! This recipe is a winner. The salmon was flaky and moist, and the fennel and rosemary added a delicious touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Mawaz basra Mavazbasra
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too fishy for my taste. I think I would use a different type of fish next time. The fennel and rosemary were good, but the fish flavor was too strong.
Ntando Boo
[email protected]I really enjoyed this recipe! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the orange zest. I will definitely be making this again.
Amyra Jali
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add some more herbs and spices next time. The salmon was cooked well, but it could have used a little more flavor.
Jacira
[email protected]I'm a beginner cook and this recipe was easy to follow. The salmon turned out great and the flavors were delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
lydiah moraa
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I had to make a few substitutions and it didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. The salmon was still good, but the flavors weren't as pronounced.
William Barnett
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the salmon turned out dry. I think I might have overcooked it. The flavors were good, but I would definitely cook the salmon for less time next time.
Cher Mack
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but overall it was still good. The salmon was cooked well and the fennel and rosemary added a nice flavor.
Adeelpari Adeelpari
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I especially loved the crispy skin.
Ami Manus
[email protected]5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. The salmon was flaky and flavorful, and the fennel and rosemary added a delicious touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Isaac Amoani
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so well! I loved the combination of flavors and the salmon was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Davidhenry Hames
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about the orange zest, but it really worked well with the other flavors. The salmon was moist and flavorful, and the fennel and rosemary added a nice touch of earthiness.
Mdkauser
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the flavors are amazing. I especially love the crispy skin.
AHAD Shakther
[email protected]This Provencal salmon was an absolute delight! The fennel, rosemary, and orange zest came together perfectly, creating a vibrant and flavorful dish. The salmon was cooked to perfection, flaky and moist. I highly recommend this recipe!