SALMON WITH OLIVES
This dish gives a hearty kick to the rich and elegant taste of salmon with lentils and Queen olives.
INGREDIENTS
- 1/2 cup pitted and chopped Queen olives
- 4 six-ounce portions of salmon
- 2 cups precooked lentils
- 1/2 cup chicken stock, preferably home made
- 1/4 cup minced shallots
- 1/4 minced carrots
- 1/4 cup minced leeks
- 1/2 cup finely diced bacon
- 1/8 cup minced chives
- 1 lemon
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
For the Lentils
Step 1
Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a high-sided pot over medium heat. Add the bacon, shallots, carrots, and leeks.
Step 2
Cook until some of the fat from the bacon has rendered and the bacon is starting to get crispy.
Step 3
Add the lentils and chicken stock, bring to a boil and add salt and pepper if needed.
Step 4
Once seasoning is adjusted, add Queen olives and chives and keep warm until ready to serve.
For the Salmon
Step 1
Season the salmon with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Heat a large sauté pan over medium high heat and add about 1/4 cup olive oil.
Step 3
When very hot, add the salmon and cook until both sides are golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Step 4
Set aside on paper towels to absorb any excessive oil.
Platting
Step 1
Divide the warm lentils between four warm plates.
Step 2
Place a piece of salmon on each plate, squeeze a little lemon on each piece of fish and serve while hot.
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