Easy Salmon En Croute Recipe Tesco

Salmon en croute is a classic French dish that is easy to make and looks very impressive when served. The combination of flaky pastry, creamy cheese, and succulent salmon makes it a real crowd-pleaser. Tesco's Easy Salmon en Croute recipe is a great way to prepare this dish quickly and easily. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic technique, you can create a delicious seafood dish that will have your guests begging for more.

Ingredients

This recipe serves four people and requires the following ingredients:

- 1 x 250g pack of Tesco Finest Ready Rolled Puff Pastry
- 4 x 125g sustainable Scottish salmon fillets
- 200g Tesco Finest Four Cheese Sauce
- 4 slices of Parma ham
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 beaten eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

To prepare the salmon en croute, you will need to preheat your oven to 200°C/gas mark 6. Take out the pastry and place it on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry into four equal pieces, then roll each piece out until it is a few millimetres thick. Place the salmon fillets in the centre of each piece of pastry and brush the edges with the beaten eggs.

Next, spoon the four cheese sauce onto each of the salmon fillets and top with a slice of Parma ham. Fold the pastry up and over the salmon fillets, using your fingers or a fork to press down the edges and seal the parcels.

Place the parcels onto a baking tray and brush the top of each one with the remaining beaten egg. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.

Before serving, sprinkle the salmon en croute with the fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving Suggestions

Tesco's Easy Salmon en Croute is a great dish to serve as a main course. Serve with steamed vegetables such as broccoli, carrots, and green beans. A side salad of rocket, tomatoes, and cucumber also makes a delicious accompaniment. For a more substantial meal, serve with a jacket potato or boiled new potatoes.

Nutrition

Tesco's Easy Salmon en Croute is a nutritious and satisfying meal. One portion contains approximately 408 calories, 18.5g of fat, 4.3g of saturated fat, 0.6g of salt, and 46.3g of carbohydrates. The salmon is also a good source of protein and essential fatty acids, making it a great choice for a healthy meal.

Conclusion

Tesco's Easy Salmon en Croute recipe is a great way to prepare this classic French dish quickly and easily. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic technique, you can create a delicious seafood dish that will have your guests begging for more. Serve with your choice of accompaniments for a delicious and nutritious meal.