Irresistibly Crispy Parmesan Salmon (Print)
Golden-crusted salmon with crispy Parmesan topping ready in 35 minutes
# Ingredient list:
→ Fish
01 - 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skinless, pin-bones removed
→ Parmesan Crust
02 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
03 - ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
04 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
07 - ¼ tsp ground black pepper
08 - Zest of 1 lemon
09 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
→ For the Pan
10 - 1 tbsp olive oil
11 - Salt, to taste
→ To Serve
12 - Lemon wedges
13 - Fresh parsley, chopped
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lightly brush with olive oil.
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels, season lightly with salt, and arrange on prepared tray.
03 - Combine Parmesan, panko, parsley, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and lemon zest in a medium bowl. Drizzle in melted butter and mix until mixture resembles damp sand.
04 - Press a generous layer of the Parmesan mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet, covering evenly.
05 - Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon is just cooked through and crust is golden and crisp.
06 - Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The combination of salty Parmesan and bright lemon zest creates this incredible flavor contrast that wakes up everything on the plate
- You get that restaurant-quality crispy crust without any messy frying or complicated techniques
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- Dry salmon fillets are essential because moisture prevents the crust from sticking properly
- Press the crust mixture firmly onto the fish or it will slide off during baking
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- Room temperature salmon cooks more evenly, so let it sit out for 15 minutes before starting
- The crust should be deeply golden, not pale, so do not be afraid to let it go the full 20 minutes