Pan-Fried Salmon With Shallot Mash and Cucumber Raita

"For a simple, stylish fish dish, try this recipe for salmon served with tasty mash and a yoghurt relish. Perfect for summer dining."
 
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Ready In:
35mins
Ingredients:
14
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • First finely chop the shallots and soak in white wine vinegar. Set aside.
  • For, the raita, sprinkle the cucumber lightly with salt and set aside to drain in a colander for 20 minutes.
  • Pat the cucumber dry and mix with the yoghurt and coriander. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper.
  • Cook the potatoes in a saucepan of boiling salted water until tender; drain and mash with butter and milk. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Drain the shallots and mix in with the mustard and parsley.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy-based frying pan. Season the salmon with salt and freshly ground pepper and score the skin, using a sharp knife.
  • Add the salmon skin side-down and fry for 3-4 minutes or until the skin is crispy.
  • Turn the salmon over and cook for a further 1-2 minutes on the other side.
  • Serve the salmon on a bed of shallot mustard mash with the cucumber raita. Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the salmon just before serving.

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I live in Manchester, UK with my fiance and young son. I work at the local hospital in pediatrics and love my job. I also love cooking!! I have a sweet tooth but try and make healthy family meals, I'm not against some lovely treats now and then though :)
 
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