Salmon with a crispy crust in a pan
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Of course, you could simply fry the fish in breadcrumbs to get a nice golden crust. But in that case, there's a risk the salmon might turn out dry, and that's not what we want. That's precisely why red fish is fried less often than, say, baked. I suggest an alternative: light frying with a delicious crispy crust. Intrigued? Let's go through it step by step. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, wash, dry, and chop the herbs, and grate the cheese on a fine grater.
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Step 2
2. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs, cheese, herbs, salt, and pepper to taste. Add melted butter and mix well.
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Step 3
3. Wash the fillet and pat it dry. Season with salt and pepper to taste. I do not recommend adding fish spices, so as not to overpower the salmon flavor.
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Step 4
4. Heat olive oil in a frying pan and add the fillet.
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Step 5
5. After a couple of minutes, flip and spread a thin layer of mustard.
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Step 6
6. Sprinkle with the previously prepared breadcrumbs on top.
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Step 7
7. Fry for a few minutes, then carefully flip and brown on the other side. By the way, the breading can be on one side of the fillet or on both.
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Step 8
8. Here's the beauty! The fish is not overcooked, and the crust is simply fantastic. Serve it with vegetables, a side dish, or sauce to your liking.