Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this delectable Baked Moroccan Salmon Recipe featuring zesty harissa chickpeas. Learn the art of 'en papillote' cooking and discover tips for perfecting your salmon every time. This dish is perfect for entertaining or healthy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
2 Lemons (1 x juiced, 1 x sliced)
2 x 400g (14oz) Chickpeas (also known as Garbanzo Beans)
2 tsp Smoked Paprika
2 tsp Honey
2 tbsp Harissa Paste
340g (12oz) Roasted Red Peppers in a jar, drained and sliced
125g (4.5oz) Cherry Tomatoes, halved
30g Fresh Italian Parsley, chopped
4 x 150g (5 oz) Skinless Salmon Fillets
2 tbsp Olive Oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Prep salmon - Remove salmon from the fridge and allow it to come to room temperature, for about 10 - 15 minutes. Pat salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
2. Preheat oven - Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
3. Prep Chickpeas - Slice one of the lemons into thin slices and juice the other lemon. Drain and slice roasted peppers. Wash and cut tomatoes in half. Combine the chickpeas with lemon juice, smoked paprika, honey, 2 teaspoons of harissa, roasted peppers, tomatoes, and half of the chopped parsley in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
4. Assemble Moroccan Salmon Parcels - Cut 8 large squares of parchment paper (or baking paper). Place two sheets of parchment paper on top of each other for each parcel. Divide the chickpea mixture between the four parcels. Season the salmon filets and spread each fillet with 1 teaspoon of harissa paste then place on top of the chickpea mixture. Drizzle with olive oil and top with the lemon slices. Bring the sides of the paper together, folding and crimping the edges to seal. (Make sure that there’s still room for air to circulate during cooking.)
5. Bake Harissa Salmon Parcels - Place the parcels on a baking sheet. Bake the parcels for 15 minutes or until done to your liking. Remember cooking time can be a few minutes shorter or longer depending on your oven and the thickness of your salmon fillet.
6. Serve - Open the parcels carefully, as steam will be released. Scatter with the rest of the chopped parsley. Serve with couscous and your favorite Moroccan-inspired side dishes.
Notes
Chef’s Tip: You are aiming for an internal temperature of 52 - 55°C (125 to 130°F) but your salmon will carry on cooking after you take it out of the oven and the temperature will rise a couple of degrees. So remove your salmon from the oven at more or less 50°C (120°F) and rest the salmon for 5 minutes.
Storage Instructions: Fridge: Store any leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. (Remove from baking paper.)
How to Reheat Salmon: In the Oven: Place the leftover salmon in a baking dish, cover it with foil, and let it warm up in a preheated oven at 150°C (300 degrees Fahrenheit) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it's perfectly heated through. Aim for an internal temperature of 52 - 55°C (125-130 degrees Fahrenheit) in the thickest part of the salmon. Timing may vary depending on the thickness of your salmon and your oven. In the Microwave: In a rush? Reheat the leftover salmon at 50% power in 40-second intervals. Just keep an eye on it to avoid any unintended dryness
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Serving
- Calories: 483
- Sugar: 8.3 g
- Sodium: 915.1 mg
- Fat: 18.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 39.3 g
- Protein: 42.2 g
- Cholesterol: 69 mg