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Roasted Salmon with Citrus and Fennel

This dish features salmon fillets roasted with slices of fennel and flavored with ginger and citrus zest. The ingredients are cooked on a single sheet pan, resulting in tender, caramelized fish with crisp fennel, and a vibrant, aromatic crust. The final dish has a visually appealing golden-brown surface with flaky salmon and tender, slightly charred fennel slices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon fillets skin-on preferred
  • 1 bulb fennel bulb quartered and thinly sliced
  • 2 inch fresh ginger grated
  • 1 large citrus zest from lemon or orange
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon citrus juice from lemon or orange

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Chef’s knife
  • Peeler
  • Microplane or zester
  • Measuring spoons
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Slice the fennel bulb into thin wedges or slices and distribute them evenly on the baking sheet. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Peel and grate the fresh ginger, then sprinkle it over the fennel with some citrus zest for an aromatic base.
  4. Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil, then season generously with salt, pepper, and a little citrus juice, coating the top evenly.
  5. Place the seasoned salmon fillets on top of the fennel slices on the baking sheet, spacing them out well.
  6. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast for about 15-20 minutes, until the salmon is flaky and golden at the edges, and the fennel is tender and slightly caramelized.
  7. Remove from the oven and baste the salmon with a splash of citrus juice for extra brightness.
  8. Let the dish rest for a couple of minutes, then serve hot, pairing the tender, caramelized fennel with the crispy, flavorful salmon fillets.
  9. Enjoy this simple yet elegant meal with a side of greens or your favorite grain for a complete dinner.