Seared Salmon Roast Potatoes (Print-Friendly Version)
Flaky salmon, crispy potatoes, creamy dill yoghurt, capers, and peppery rocket. Comforting and fresh weeknight dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Roast Potatoes
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1 kg washed baby potatoes, halved
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50 g unsalted butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, finely diced
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1/4 tsp fine sea salt
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1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Seared Salmon
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4 salmon fillets, skin-on
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season
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2 tbsp olive oil
→ Dill Yoghurt Sauce
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1/2 cup Greek yoghurt
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1 tbsp baby capers, plus extra for serving
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1 tbsp fresh dill, torn into small tufts, plus extra for garnish
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1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped
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Zest of 1/2 lemon
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1 tbsp olive oil
→ To Serve
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1 cup rocket (arugula)
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Lemon wedges
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 220°C. Place a roasting tray in the oven to heat. Halve the washed baby potatoes and place them in a saucepan. Cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 7–10 minutes, or until edges start to flake.
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Drain potatoes thoroughly. Shake gently in the pan to roughen the edges. Allow steam to escape for 2 minutes.
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Add 1 tbsp olive oil and 50 g butter to the hot roasting tray, then add potatoes. Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Roast for 20 minutes. Turn potatoes with a spatula and roast for a further 30 minutes.
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Add diced garlic to the tray and toss with the potatoes. Roast for an additional 10 minutes, or until potatoes and garlic are golden and crisp.
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In a small bowl, combine Greek yoghurt, baby capers, torn dill, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Mix well. Set aside for serving.
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Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Place salmon skin-side down and cook for 5 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for 5 minutes, until medium-well and flakes easily.
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Arrange roasted potatoes and salmon fillets on plates. Spoon dill yoghurt sauce over salmon. Scatter rocket leaves and extra capers and dill. Serve with lemon wedges.
# Notes & Tips:
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For extra crispiness, ensure potatoes are completely dry before roasting and do not overcrowd the tray.