Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 2 pounds total)
- 1 pound of bacon
- 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
- Cooking oil for greasing the baking dish
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Line a baking dish with foil and grease it lightly with cooking oil.
- Take each salmon fillet and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Take a piece of bacon and wrap it around each salmon fillet, securing it with a toothpick if necessary.
- Place the wrapped salmon fillets in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and lemon juice.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the bacon is cooked and the salmon is flaky and cooked through.
- Serve immediately with your choice of side dish.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on available information, actual nutritional content may vary)
- Calories: Depending on the exact ingredients used, the estimated calorie count per serving may range from 350 to 400 calories.
- Fat: 24-30 grams
- Carbohydrates: Less than 1 gram (assuming no additional carbohydrate-rich ingredients)
- Protein: 25-30 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of salmon and bacon creates a rich and savory dish that is popular among Americans.
- The dish is visually appealing with the bacon wrapping around the salmon fillets creating a crispy outer layer.
- The salmon remains moist and flaky even after baking.
User Comments:
- "This was an excellent dish! The combination of bacon and salmon was unexpected but delicious."
- "I loved the crispy bacon paired with the flaky salmon. The preparation was easy, and the dish was ready in no time."
- "This dish was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the rich flavor and the presentation was also very appealing."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh salmon fillets for best results.
- Use thin bacon slices to ensure even cooking.
- Keep an eye on the baking process to ensure the bacon doesn't burn. Adjust the baking time if necessary.
