Stuffed Wild Alaska Salmon is a culinary delight, combining rich flavors and fresh ingredients for a truly unforgettable dining experience.

Stuffed Wild Alaska Salmon

Recipe provided by Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

Spinach Stuffing

  • 4- to 5 oz baby spinach leaves, chopped
  • 1 c grated Gruyère cheese
  • 5 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tbsp sun dried tomatoes (not in oil), chopped
  • 1 tbsp chopped chives
  • Juice of one lemon

Alaska Salmon

  • 4 wild Alaska salmon fillets, about 6 oz each
  • Olive or grapeseed oil, as needed
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

Step 1: Prepare the spinach

In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, chopped spinach, sun dried tomatoes, Gruyère cheese, chives, and juice of the lemon.

Step 2: Stuff the salmon fillets

Cut each Alaska salmon fillet horizontally in center to make a cavity to place the stuffing. (Do not cut all the way through the fish.) Spoon some spinach stuffing into each salmon cavity.

Step 3: Prepare and cook the salmon

Preheat oven to 375ºF. Line a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer salmon to baking sheet. Drizzle the salmon fillets with oil, then season with salt and pepper. Bake until salmon is thoroughly cooked, about 20 minutes.

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