Poppy Seed Crusted Salmon

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Serves 4

Ready in 25 minutes

 

4 salmon fillets (150 grams each)

30 grams poppy seeds

1 egg white

3 tbs extra virgin olive oil

salt and pepper

 

Season with salt and pepper the salmon fillets. Lay them on a dripping pan covered with parchment paper (greased with 1 tbs olive oil).

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Beat lightly the egg white and brush the top of each salmon fillet with it. Cover with the poppy seeds.

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Bake for 15 minutes at 220° C.

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Take out from oven and let it rest for 3 or 4 minutes before serving with any side.

Ideal with baked yellow zucchini (easily baked in oven at 180° C for 30 minutes seasoned with olive oil, salt, pepper a half glass of water). Season with fresh extra virgin olive oil.