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Recipe for: Salmon fillets in ramekins with young vegetables and creamy cream

Pikantne Appetizers Fusion cuisine Regional Cuisine of Poland 35 min Medium 9 wyświetleń ~48.68 PLN * - (0)
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Description

Delicate salmon fillets baked in individual ramekins together with young, spring vegetables (asparagus, carrot, leek) and a light, lemon-dill cream. This is a modern appetizer inspired by Polish cuisine — the simplicity of the ingredients meets a creamy texture and fresh herbs. The dish looks great at parties: a golden surface with a crispy breadcrumb topping (optional) and a green accent of dill or sorrel. Flavor-wise, it combines the bold, fatty salmon with the tangy lemon and fresh, young vegetables; visually, it presents a colorful contrast of green, orange from the carrot, and pink salmon.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (16)

Servings:
4
  • Salmon 480 g
  • Asparagus 200 g
  • Carrot 1.3 szt. (~100 g)
  • Leek 100 g
  • Onion 1 szt. (~150 g)
  • Garlic 2 ząbki (~10 g)
  • Sour cream 200 g
  • Chicken egg 2 szt. (~120 g)
  • Butter 20 g
  • Rapeseed oil 30 g
  • Lemon 1.3 szt. (~100 g)
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Dill 1.5 pęczki (~30 g)
  • Salt 0.1 szczypt (~4 g)
  • Black pepper 4 szczypty (~2 g)
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Breadcrumbs 20 g
  • Sorrel 30 g
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Preparation steps

Preparing the vegetables

1

Wash and dry the asparagus. Trim the woody ends: bend each asparagus where it naturally breaks (usually 2–4 cm from the bottom) and cut off. Peel the carrot and cut it into thin sticks or slice the skin into thin strips. Cut the leek in half lengthwise, separate the layers, and slice into thin half-moons. Peel the onion and finely chop it. Peel the garlic and crush it with a press or finely chop it.

Ingredients: asparagus, Carrot, Leek, Onion, Garlic
Use a cutting board and a sharp knife. For peeling carrots, use a peeler; for thin strips of carrot, you can use a mandoline. Thoroughly drying the asparagus prevents splattering during frying.
2

In a medium skillet, heat 10 g of butter with 15 g of canola oil over medium heat. Add the onion and leek, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and soft. Add the carrot and sauté for another 4 minutes until the carrot slightly softens, then add the asparagus and sauté together for 2 minutes. Finally, add the minced garlic and sauté for 20-30 seconds — the garlic should just release its aroma, not burn. Season with 1 g of salt and a pinch of pepper.

Ingredients: Butter, Rapeseed oil, Onion, Leek, Carrot, asparagus, Garlic, Salt, Black pepper
The best pan is 24–28 cm in diameter; stir with a wooden spatula. Be careful not to burn the garlic — add it at the end. The vegetables should be tender-crisp, not mushy.

Preparing the fish

3

Cut the salmon fillet into four equal pieces (about 120 g each). Pat each piece dry with a paper towel. Drizzle the pieces with the juice of half a lemon (squeeze the lemon by hand or through a strainer), gently salt (about 1 g per piece) and pepper on both sides. If you like, grate a bit of lemon zest (medium grater) over the fish for flavor.

Ingredients: Salmon, Lemon, Salt, Black pepper
Use a sharp knife and a stable cutting board. Drying the fillet before seasoning will ensure better searing and an elegant appearance after baking.

Preparation of the cream mixture

4

In a medium bowl, crack the eggs and beat them with a fork. Add the cream, 2 g of lemon juice (about a teaspoon), finely chopped dill (leave some for decoration), 1 g of salt, and 1 pinch of pepper. Mix with a whisk until you achieve a uniform, slightly frothy mixture. The mixture should be smooth and runny—not too thick—so it can evenly coat the vegetables and fish.

Ingredients: Sour cream, Lemon, Dill, Salt, Black pepper
Use a bowl with a capacity of at least 1 liter and a hand whisk or spoon. Check the taste of the mixture before placing it into the ramekins (it should be slightly tangy from the lemon).

Assembly of the ramekins

5

Preheat the oven to 180°C (top-bottom). Grease 4 ramekins (capacity about 200–250 ml each) with the remaining butter (10 g) or brush with butter and lightly sprinkle with breadcrumbs, if using. Evenly distribute the sautéed vegetables (about 40–50 g of vegetables per ramekin) at the bottom of each ramekin, place a piece of salmon on top of the vegetables (skin side down or without skin, if using), and pour the cream-egg mixture over it so that it reaches about 3/4 of the height of the ramekin. If using breadcrumbs, sprinkle a small amount on top and place a small cube of butter (5 g) on each ramekin.

Ingredients: Butter, Breadcrumbs, Sour cream, Salmon, Dill, Carrot, Leek, asparagus
Place the ramekins on a baking sheet — this will make it easier to put in and take out. Do not overfill the ramekins; the mixture will expand in volume while baking. Additionally, you can add breadcrumbs for crunch (optional).

Baking and serving

6

Place the baking dish with the ramekins in the preheated oven on the middle rack. Bake for 14–18 minutes: the mixture should set and lightly brown at the edges, and the salmon should be opaque and flake easily when touched with a fork. Remove the ramekins and let them sit for 2–3 minutes to allow the mixture to stabilize slightly. Sprinkle with fresh dill and drizzle with a few drops of lemon juice. If using sorrel, serve a few leaves alongside for a tangy contrast.

Ingredients: Salmon, Sour cream, Dill, Lemon, Breadcrumbs, sorrel
Use a kitchen thermometer if you want: the internal temperature of the meat should reach about 55–60°C (the salmon will be juicy). Use oven mitts or tongs to remove the ramekins.

Serving

7

Serve the ramekins immediately on warmed plates as an appetizer. Garnish with fresh dill and optionally a leaf of sorrel. You can serve thin toasts or a slice of dark whole grain bread alongside.

Ingredients: Dill, sorrel, Breadcrumbs
Serve immediately after removing from the oven; the ramekins are best enjoyed while still slightly warm. Use a small spoon for serving.

Fun Fact

💡

Salmon has been valued in the kitchens of Northern Europe for centuries; baking fish in small dishes (ramekins) is a technique that allows for serving individual portions with an elegant appearance.

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przyjęcie koktajlowe wiosenne spotkanie kolacja walentynkowa

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the ramekins on warm plates with thin toasts. For a flavor contrast, add a bit of freshly grated horseradish on the plate or a few drops of lemon oil. If you are not serving all at once, keep the ramekins covered with foil in a warm place (about 60°C) and serve within 30 minutes.

🥡 Storage

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours in an airtight container (ramekins covered with foil). To reheat, warm in the oven for 8–10 minutes at 160°C, until the mixture sets again; avoid the microwave, which can soften the fish's texture.

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