Pink salmon baked in the oven
4 servings
40 minutes
Oven-baked pink salmon is a classic dish of Russian cuisine that combines simplicity of preparation with rich flavor. The tender and nutritious salmon is first lightly fried to a golden crust and then soaked in a fragrant tomato sauce with onions, garlic, and spices. Baking in the oven makes the fish especially soft and full of flavors, giving it spicy notes. The dish is perfect for a family dinner or festive table. The light acidity of tomatoes, subtle sweetness of sugar, and spicy seasonings create a harmonious balance, making the salmon an excellent accompaniment to potatoes or fresh bread. This recipe recalls the traditions of home cooking where every detail matters and the taste warms the soul.
1
Let's prepare salmon steaks and flour. The steaks can be taken whole. Divide into 2 parts and remove all bones. Each piece of salmon should be coated in flour and fried in oil until lightly golden.
- Pink salmon: 400 g
- Wheat flour: 20 g
2
Now let's make the sauce. Peel and slice the onion lengthwise, and do the same with a clove of garlic. In a pan with oil, lightly sauté the onion and garlic. Add tomato paste; it should be liquid. If not, dilute 1 tablespoon of thick paste in 100-150 ml of water and add it to the pan. Also add salt, sugar, chopped tomatoes, a bit of ground pepper and paprika. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Tomato paste: 100 g
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Tomatoes: 2 pieces
3
Place the fried salmon in a fireproof dish and pour the sauce on top. Put it in a preheated oven for 20 minutes. It can also be stewed in a pot over the fire. The salmon turns out juicy and flavorful.
- Pink salmon: 400 g