What makes salmon with hasselback potatoes a good choice?
This recipe for Salmon with Hasselback Potatoes is great because it uses basic ingredients to create a fresh and filling dish. The potatoes take on a lot of flavour from the butter and herbs used during roasting. Salmon provides a light but satisfying source of protein that does not feel heavy. It is a reliable meal that the whole family can enjoy together without too much effort.
How to make salmon with hasselback potatoes
Prepare the potatoes: Preheat your oven to 200C and wash the potatoes thoroughly. Use a sharp knife to cut thin slices into each potato without cutting all the way through to the bottom. Place them on a baking tray and brush them with olive oil and half the salt. Bake the potatoes for about 30 minutes until they start to soften and open up.
Add the flavour: Melt the butter and mix it with the dried thyme and remaining salt. Brush this herb butter over the partially roasted potatoes making sure it gets into the slits. Return the tray to the oven for another 15 minutes to help them become crispy. The potatoes should be golden brown before you add the fish.
Bake the salmon: Season the salmon fillets with pepper and a squeeze of lemon juice. Place the salmon onto the same baking tray next to the potatoes. Bake everything together for about 10 to 12 minutes depending on the thickness of the fish. The salmon should be opaque and flake easily with a fork when it is done.
Serve the meal: Remove the tray from the oven and let the food rest for a minute. Garnish the plates with extra lemon wedges if you like. Serve the Salmon with Hasselback Potatoes immediately while the fish is hot and the potatoes are at their crispiest. This dish works well with a simple side of green beans or a fresh salad.
My best tips for salmon with hasselback potatoes
To get the perfect shape for your potatoes, place a wooden spoon on either side of the potato while slicing. This prevents the knife from going all the way through to the board. Choosing potatoes of a similar size ensures they all cook at the same rate in the oven. For the Salmon with Hasselback Potatoes, try to use skin on fillets as they hold their shape better during baking. You can also add a clove of crushed garlic to the melted butter for extra depth of flavour. If the potatoes are very large, they might need an extra ten minutes of roasting before you add the salmon. Always check that the fish is cooked through but still moist before serving.
You can also try these recipes:
naan bread,
baked side of salmon or
oven-baked bacon.
