Slow Roasted Salmon with a Warm Preserved Lemon and

Name: Slow Roasted Salmon with a Warm Preserved Lemon and Crispy Caper Vinaigrette and Thinly Sliced Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups sugar; 3/4 cups water; 2 lemons, cut into eighths; 3 cups lemon juice; 1/4 cup sherry vinegar; 1 tablespoon chopped shallot; 2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped; 3/4 cup olive oil; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup capers, drained; 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley; 2 Idaho potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced on a mandolin; 3 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 salmon fillets, 6 ounces each; Olive oil; Salt and freshly ground pepper; Chopped flat leaf parsley

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cups water
2 lemons, cut into eighths
3 cups lemon juice
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped shallot
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup capers, drained
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
2 Idaho potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced on a mandolin
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 salmon fillets, 6 ounces each
Olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Chopped flat leaf parsley

1
Place sugar and water in a medium nonreactive saucepan over high heat and bring to a boil.
2
Continue boiling until sugar has completely melted.
3
Reduce heat to low, add the lemon wedges and cook slowly until almost soft.
4
Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking rack.
5
Let dry at room temperature overnight.
6
Place lemon juice in a small nonreactive saucepan and cook until reduced to 1/4 cup, let cool.
7
Place cooled lemon syrup, sherry vinegar, shallots and garlic in a blender and blend until smooth.
8
With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
9
Pour into a bowl and fold in the parsley.
10
Fry capers in oil until crisp, about 1 1/2 minutes.
11
Drain on paper towel.
12
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Toss the potatoes with the oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
13
Arrange the potatoes in an even layer in the bottom of 4 small cazuelas.
14
Place in the oven and bake 3/4 of the way through.
15
Remove the potatoes from the oven and reduce the heat to 250 degrees F. Lightly brush the salmon on both sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
16
Place the salmon on top of the potatoes and return the cazuelas to the oven.
17
Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until cooked through.
18
Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with lemon vinaigrette, and sprinkle with chopped parsley and capers.

1108

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups sugar, 3/4 cups water, 2 lemons, cut into eighths, 3 cups lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Slow Roasted Salmon with a Warm Preserved Lemon and Crispy Caper Vinaigrette and Thinly Sliced Potatoes 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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Slow Roasted Salmon with a Warm Preserved Lemon and Crispy Caper Vinaigrette and Thinly Sliced Potatoes

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Variations & substitutions

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