Salmon Roasted With Anchovies And Served With Ancho

Name: Salmon Roasted With Anchovies And Served With Anchovy Mayonnaise Tzatziki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Anchovy Mayonnaise Tzatziki; 3/4 cup the best quality mayonnaise; 2 flat anchovy fillets in olive oil, drained and very finely minced, preferable to paste consistency; 1/2 of a medium red onion, finely diced; 1 large garlic clove, grated on a microplane; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 2-3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; Lemon juice to taste, about 3 teaspoons; A little Kosher salt (if needed) and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped; For the roasted salmon; About 1 3/4 to 2 pounds fresh salmon fillet with the skin; About 1/2 tin flat anchovy fillets in olive oil, well drained; Kosher salt to taste and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Servings: persons

For the Anchovy Mayonnaise Tzatziki
3/4 cup the best quality mayonnaise
2 flat anchovy fillets in olive oil, drained and very finely minced, preferable to paste consistency
1/2 of a medium red onion, finely diced
1 large garlic clove, grated on a microplane
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2-3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon zest
Lemon juice to taste, about 3 teaspoons
A little Kosher salt (if needed) and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
For the roasted salmon
About 1 3/4 to 2 pounds fresh salmon fillet with the skin
About 1/2 tin flat anchovy fillets in olive oil, well drained
Kosher salt to taste and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1
In a small bowl combine the diced onion with apple cider vinegar, let stand for about 15 minutes; then place all the ingredients in a larger bowl and mix until well combined. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
2
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Evenly coat the bottom of a ceramic baking dish (large enough to fit the whole salmon fillet and then to serve in it) with 1 tablespoon oil. Using paper towels, dry well the fish; brush the top of the salmon with the remaining oil, sprinkle some salt and pepper and then place it in the baking dish.
3
With a sharp knife, carefully make incisions crosswise only in the flash of the fillet about 1-inch apart, try not to piers the skin and place 1 anchovy fillet into each incision. Transfer to the middle rack of the oven and bake for exactly 20 minutes.
4
Remove the fish from the oven, allow to cool slightly and serve warm, garnished with the Anchovy Mayonnaise Tzatziki, thin slices of the remaining red onion, herbs and lemon wedges.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Anchovy Mayonnaise Tzatziki, 3/4 cup the best quality mayonnaise, 2 flat anchovy fillets in olive oil, drained and very finely minced, preferable to paste consistency, 1/2 of a medium red onion, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Salmon Roasted With Anchovies And Served With Anchovy Mayonnaise Tzatziki falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Salmon Roasted With Anchovies And Served With Anchovy Mayonnaise Tzatziki

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