Slow-Roasted King Salmon With Creamed Cucumbers

Name: Slow-Roasted King Salmon With Creamed Cucumbers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced; 1 large shallot, peeled and sliced; 2 English cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4-inch thick; Salt and freshly ground white pepper; 2 1/2 pounds king salmon fillet, skinned, pin bones removed; 1/2 cup chardonnay; 1 lemon; 1/2 cup creme fraiche; 1 tablespoon minced chives

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 200 degrees.
2
Melt butter over low heat in a skillet.
3
Add ginger and shallot and saute briefly, until softened.
4
Add cucumbers, season with salt and pepper and saute until almost translucent.
5
Spread in a baking dish large enough to hold salmon.
6
Do not wash skillet.
7
Place salmon on cucumbers.
8
Pour chardonnay around salmon.
9
Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with juice of half the lemon.
10
Cover with a sheet of parchment or wax paper.
11
Place in oven and cook 45 minutes for medium rare, 50 to 55 minutes for more well-cooked.
12
Because fish is slow-roasted, it will remain quite red in center.
13
Transfer salmon to a large platter with a rim.
14
Transfer cucumber mixture to skillet and cook down for 5 minutes.
15
Stir in creme fraiche and cook until sauce is consistency of heavy cream.
16
Season with salt, pepper and remaining lemon juice.
17
Pour mixture around fish.
18
Sprinkle fish with chives and serve.

675

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Protein

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced, 1 large shallot, peeled and sliced, 2 English cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4-inch thick, and more.

Yes, Slow-Roasted King Salmon With Creamed Cucumbers 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!