Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 fresh salmon fillets (approx. 1 pound each)
- 3 eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying (plus more for shallow frying)
- Seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic powder, fresh lemon juice
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 2 hours (includes salmon marinating time)
- Cooking: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 4 (requires some expertise in handling fish and shaping croquettes)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Marinate salmon fillets in a mixture of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and lemon juice for at least 30 minutes.
- Flatten the salmon fillets slightly and coat with flour.
- Beat the eggs in a bowl and dip the salmon pieces into the egg mixture.
- Coat the salmon with cornmeal.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan and shallow fry the salmon croquettes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from heat and drain excess oil.
- Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing fresh lemon juice over the croquettes.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming a standard size croquette)
Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on the exact ingredients used)
Fat: Moderate (mainly from oil used in frying)
Carbohydrates: From flour and cornmeal coating
Protein: From salmon and eggs
Other nutrients: Depends on ingredients used in seasoning.
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combining the taste of salmon with a crunchy cornmeal coating.
- Perfect as a main course or as part of a larger meal.
- The dish showcases creative use of salmon in a traditional croquette format.
User Comments:
- "The salmon was cooked to perfection, very tender and juicy."
- "The cornmeal coating gave the dish a unique flavor and texture."
- "A bit oily if not fried correctly, but overall a tasty dish."
- "A great dish for those who love seafood and want something different."
- "Great dish for special occasions or weekend dinner parties."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh salmon fillets for best results.
- Use a moderate amount of oil for frying to avoid making the croquettes too oily.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal taste preferences.
- The cornmeal coating is essential for giving the croquettes their unique texture and flavor.
