Spring Salmon en Papillote
Cooking in paper--en papillote--may seem too difficult and fancy to incorporate into your weeknight routine, but it's actually very easy and saves on cleanup! In this dinner recipe, use either halibut or salmon fillets with the vegetables and seasonings called for. Just a tablespoon of water in each packet will produce enough steam to cook everything inside to perfection.
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Ingredients
Directions
Tips
Tips: Setting one rack to the lower-middle position encourages concentration of the liquid released from the vegetables. This gives the meal more flavor.
Arranging heartier vegetables (potatoes) on the bottom and quicker-cooking vegetables (asparagus) on top ensures even cooking.
Make small folds to ensure the packets stay closed so they will contain the steam. If they fail to hold the steam, the fish and vegetables will not cook properly.
To check doneness, carefully open one packet at a seam and use a fork to check the fish--it should flake easily. Also use the fork to pierce the potatoes to make sure they're tender. Open the packets right after they come out of the oven to ensure the fish doesn't get overcooked.
Nutrition Facts
4 1/2 lean protein, 1 starch, 1 vegetable