Sesame Crusted Salmon with Broccoli and Sweet Potato Mash Recipe

Sesame Crusted Salmon with Broccoli and Sweet Potato Mash Recipe

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This Sesame Crusted Salmon with Broccoli and Sweet Potato Mash is a nutritious and delicious meal that brings together the nutty flavour of sesame seeds, tender salmon, and vibrant vegetables. The creamy sweet potato mash complements the crunchy broccoli and flavourful salmon, creating a balanced and satisfying dish perfect for a wholesome dinner.

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 4 sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 500g broccoli, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Soy sauce, for garnish
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Sweet Potato Mash
    1 Prepare the Sweet Potato Mash

    Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into chunks. Boil them in salted water until tender, then drain and mash with butter and a splash of milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. Cook the Salmon and Broccoli
    2 Cook the Salmon and Broccoli

    Preheat the oven to 200°C. Coat the salmon fillets with sesame seeds and place them on a baking tray. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the sesame seeds are golden. Meanwhile, steam the broccoli until tender-crisp.

  3. Finish and Serve
    3 Finish and Serve

    Serve the sesame crusted salmon on a bed of sweet potato mash, with the steamed broccoli on the side. Garnish with a drizzle of soy sauce and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an extra burst of flavour.

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