Pasta with Salmon and Leek Cream
Category: Pasta Dishes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
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| Whole Grain Spaghetti | 320g |
| Salmon Steaks | 170g |
| Leeks | 250g |
| Fennel | 180g |
| Shallot | 1 |
| Water | 500g |
| Orange Zest | 1 |
| Orange Juice | 1 |
| Chives | to taste |
| Salt | to taste |
| Black Pepper | to taste |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Vegetables: Begin by peeling and chopping the shallot into rough pieces. Trim the leeks, slice them into rings, and rinse thoroughly. Wash the fennel, remove the tough base, and slice it thinly.
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Juice and Zest the Orange: Squeeze the juice from the orange and set it aside. Grate the zest and keep it for later.
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Sauté the Fennel: Heat a small amount of olive oil in a pan. Sauté the fennel slices for a couple of minutes, ensuring they remain crisp-tender. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
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Cook the Leeks and Shallots: In a deep skillet or saucepan, heat another drizzle of olive oil. Add the chopped shallot and leeks, seasoning with a pinch of salt. Cover with a lid and cook until soft and aromatic. Once cooked, transfer them to a bowl and gently shred the leeks using two spoons to break them up.
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Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti until al dente, following package instructions. Once cooked, transfer the pasta to a blender or food processor.
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Blend the Cream: Blend the cooked leeks and shallots mixture with a bit of water (you can use the water used for cooking pasta), creating a smooth, creamy sauce. Add some chives to the mixture, a pinch of black pepper, and blend again until smooth and creamy.
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Combine the Salmon: In a separate pan, quickly sear the salmon steaks until cooked through and flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces.
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Assemble the Dish: Toss the pasta in the creamy leek mixture until fully coated. Plate the pasta and top with the flaked salmon.
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Garnish and Serve: Garnish with freshly grated orange zest and a sprinkle of chives. Serve hot and enjoy the delicate flavors of salmon and leeks paired with the fresh citrus notes from the orange.
Nutritional Information (Approximate):
| Nutrient | Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 25g |
| Carbohydrates | 45g |
| Fat | 15g |
| Fiber | 5g |
| Sodium | 180mg |
This Pasta with Salmon and Leek Cream is a refreshing, light yet flavorful dish that balances the richness of salmon with the delicate creaminess of leeks, accented by the fresh zest of orange. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an elegant meal for guests, this dish brings together wholesome ingredients for an unforgettable dining experience.
