Golden Herb Crusted Salmon With Poached Eggs Recipe
British cuisine · 333 calories
About this recipe
Start your day with Golden Herb-Crusted Salmon and Poached Eggs, a savory and energizing breakfast that brings together the best of modern British cuisine. The salmon is baked to perfection with a crispy herb crust, combining fresh parsley, dill, garlic, and lemon zest for a burst of flavor. Paired with tender poached eggs, this dish is rich in high-quality protein (34g per serving) and healthy omega-3 fats to fuel your morning and support heart health. The cooking process is straightforward yet rewarding, making it a great choice for an intermediate-level cook who wants to enjoy a restaurant-worthy meal at home. Serve with a squeeze of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh herbs for a touch of brightness. Whether you're preparing this for a quick weekday breakfast or a weekend treat, this dish promises to delight your taste buds and energize your day.
Ingredients
- 230G Mowi Asc Scottish Salmon Fillets
- NaN Large English Brown Eggs
- - Schwartz Flat Leaf Parsley
- NaN Top Op Suva Dill Seeds
- - Biona Capers In Olive Oil
- 255G Fish Said Fred Asc Butterflied Sea Bass With Parsley And Lemon Zest
- 100 G Jumbo Garlic 100g
- 120 G Blue Dragon Panko Breadcrumbs 120g
- 400G Greenfield Himalayan Salt Fine 400G
- 100G Heera Black Pepper Powder 100g
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- 2. In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, dill, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
- 3. Brush the salmon fillets lightly with olive oil and press the breadcrumb mixture onto the top side for a crispy herb crust.
- 4. Place the salmon on the prepared tray and bake for 12-15 minutes until tender and flaky.
- 5. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 liter of water to a gentle simmer.
- 6. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide it into the simmering water.
- 7. Poach the eggs for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set and the yolks remain runny.
- 8. Carefully remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and drain excess water on a paper towel.
- 9. Serve the baked salmon fillet on a plate and top with a poached egg for added protein.
- 10. Garnish with any remaining parsley or dill and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.
How to make Golden Herb Crusted Salmon With Poached Eggs
- Make the herb crust. Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, dill, minced garlic, lemon zest, salt and black pepper.
- Bake the salmon. Brush the salmon fillets lightly with olive oil and press the breadcrumb mixture onto the top side. Place on the tray and bake for 12-15 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flaky.
- Poach the eggs. Bring 1 litre of water to a gentle simmer in a medium saucepan. Crack each egg into a small bowl, slide it gently into the water and poach for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set.
- Drain the eggs. Lift the poached eggs out carefully with a slotted spoon and rest them on a paper towel to drain off any excess water before plating.
- Plate and garnish. Serve each baked salmon fillet on a plate topped with a poached egg. Garnish with the remaining parsley or dill and finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does Golden Herb Crusted Salmon with Poached Eggs take?
- About 30 minutes in total: 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of cooking the salmon and poaching the eggs.
- Is Golden Herb Crusted Salmon with Poached Eggs vegetarian?
- No, it contains salmon, so it is not vegetarian. The fillets have a crisp panko, parsley, dill and garlic crust and are topped with poached eggs.
- How do I keep the herb crust crisp?
- Brush the salmon lightly with oil, press the panko mixture firmly on top only, and bake uncovered on a lined tray so the crumbs toast evenly.
- Can I use regular breadcrumbs instead of panko?
- Yes, dried or fresh breadcrumbs work, though panko gives a lighter, crunchier crust. Mix in a little extra oil to help them brown.
- How do I get runny yolks when poaching?
- Keep the water at a gentle simmer, slide the eggs in from a small bowl and lift them out as soon as the whites are set and the yolks still wobble.