Scottish Salmon on Cabbage with Mushroom Vinaigrette 🍽️
Description: Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite recipe crafted by Jeff Bland, the esteemed executive head chef of the Balmoral Hotel, located on Princess Street in charming Edinburgh. Immerse yourself in the flavors of Scotland with this delightful dish, marrying the succulence of salmon with the earthy tones of cabbage and the tangy kick of mushroom vinaigrette.
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Button mushrooms | 1 3/4 |
| Olive oil | 5 |
| White wine | 1 |
| White wine vinegar | 3 1/2 |
| Salmon fillets | 12 |
| Cabbage | 1/2 |
| Onion | 1/4 |
| Plum tomato | 1 |
| Sea salt | 1 |
| Black pepper | 1 |
| Dill | (Garnish) |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Mushroom Vinaigrette:
- Warm half of the olive oil in a saucepan with the white wine and white wine vinegar, ensuring to season with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper, then remove the mixture from heat.
- Submerge the button mushrooms into the seasoned mixture, allowing them to marinate and absorb the flavors as they cool.
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Cook the Salmon:
- Brush the salmon fillets with the remaining olive oil, generously season them with sea salt and black pepper, then place them skin side up under a preheated grill or broiler for approximately 3 minutes until the skin crisps and the flesh is tender.
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Finish the Dish:
- In a separate skillet, sauté the finely chopped onion and pepper until they turn soft and fragrant, seasoning them to taste with sea salt and black pepper before increasing the heat.
- Introduce the shredded cabbage to the skillet, allowing it to cook until tender yet still retaining a delightful crispness.
- Arrange the cooked cabbage mixture at the center of your serving dish, creating a bed for the salmon.
- Carefully place the grilled salmon fillets atop the bed of cabbage, creating an inviting presentation.
- Surround the salmon with diced plum tomato, adding vibrant color and freshness to the dish.
- Drizzle the prepared mushroom vinaigrette over the salmon and cabbage, infusing every bite with a burst of flavor.
- Garnish the dish with fresh dill sprigs, adding a final touch of elegance and aroma.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 470.1
- Fat Content: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 5.2g
- Cholesterol: 43.8mg
- Sodium: 81.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.8g
- Fiber: 3.6g
- Sugar: 6.6g
- Protein: 19.4g
Indulge in the culinary delights of Scotland with this remarkable dish, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet dining experience at home. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, meticulously crafted to delight your palate and transport you to the picturesque landscapes of Edinburgh. Enjoy the harmonious blend of tender salmon, crisp cabbage, and savory mushroom vinaigrette, creating a culinary masterpiece that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds.
