SALMON PAPILLOTES WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS AND CURRANTS

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Categories     Onion     Bake     Currant     Salmon     Brandy     White Wine     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup brandy
1/2 cup dried currants
4 large sweet onions such as Walla Walla or Vidalia
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
four 24- by 16 1/2-inch pieces parchment paper
four 6-ounce salmon fillets
1/4 cup dry white wine

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan warm brandy over moderate heat and add currants. Remove pan from heat. Let mixture stand, covered, 20 minutes.
  • Halve onions lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. In a large skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and cook onions, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to moderate and cook onions, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 15 minutes more. Add currant mixture, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt and pepper to taste and cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to a bowl and cool. Caramelized onions may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Preheat oven to 475°F.
  • Fold each parchment piece in half crosswise and cut each piece to make a large rounded heart shape. (Folded piece should be at least 2 inches larger all around than salmon fillet.) Open a parchment "heart" and put a salmon fillet in middle of one side. Sprinkle fillet with 1 tablespoon wine and salt and pepper to taste. Spread one fourth caramelized onions on fillet and fold other side of parchment over. Beginning at bottom end of center crease, in overlapping 1-inch segments fold edges of parchment, crimping as you go, to form a tight seal. Make 3 more papillotes in same manner. Papillotes may be made up to this point 4 hours ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Put papillotes on a large baking sheet and bake 9 to 15 minutes, or until a skewer inserted through parchment and into fish slides out smoothly.
  • Serve papillotes immediately, cutting them open at table.

JoOSe Wicked
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the salmon and the caramelized onions and currants.


Ashanul Islam
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This recipe was just okay. I wasn't impressed with the flavor of the salmon. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Nermeen Mohamed
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The salmon was a bit overcooked. I would recommend cooking it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Joel Cruz
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.


Jael 4werk
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I love this recipe! The salmon is always cooked perfectly and the caramelized onions and currants add a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


junuko bihay
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great! It's a great weeknight meal because it's quick and easy to make.


Nadir Shah Shah
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the salmon and the caramelized onions and currants.


sara pun
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This recipe was just okay. I wasn't impressed with the flavor of the salmon. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Aillia Lia
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The salmon was a bit dry. I think I would cook it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Bob Leverton
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less caramelized onions and currants next time.


Ivan Sserunjogi
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I loved how easy this recipe was to make! I was able to have a delicious meal on the table in under 30 minutes. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the caramelized onions and currants added a great flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Benite Pritty
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salmon came out perfectly cooked! The caramelized onions and currants were a great addition. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious meal.


edith iheanacho
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This was a great recipe! The salmon was moist and flavorful, and the caramelized onions and currants added a delicious touch. I would definitely make this again.


NaSir BuGti
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I'm not usually a fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The caramelized onions and currants were the perfect complement to the fish. I will definitely be making this again.


Nkefi Moatshe
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I made this for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavors and how easy it was to make. I highly recommend this recipe.


Rizwan Chaudhary
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This was an incredible dish! The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the caramelized onions and currants added a delicious sweetness and tartness. I will definitely be making this again.