Oats Free Salmon en Papillote with Asparagus
Cooking fish in parchment is one of those techniques that feels fancy but is genuinely straightforward, and the results are absolutely stunning. Each fillet steams gently inside its own sealed packet alongside a bed of tender asparagus, locking in every drop of moisture and flavor. The turmeric-ginger oil that gets spooned over the salmon before sealing is the real star — warm, aromatic, and deeply savory, with bright lemon slices layered on top to perfume the whole thing as it bakes. Because this dish is built entirely around fresh fish, vegetables, citrus, and pantry spices, there is nothing here to second-guess if you are navigating grain or oat sensitivities — no fillers, no coatings, no hidden thickeners. Opening the puffed parchment packet at the table releases a cloud of fragrant steam that makes the whole experience feel like a restaurant moment. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and serve straight from the paper for an effortless, elegant dinner that genuinely earns its applause.
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4 servings
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
- 1 lb asparagus, tough ends snapped off
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Cut four sheets of parchment paper, each about 15 inches long. Fold each sheet in half to crease the center, then open them flat on a baking sheet.
- 2
In a small bowl, stir together 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the lemon juice, grated ginger, turmeric, black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt until combined.
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