{"id":258,"date":"2026-06-19T17:46:37","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T17:46:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=258"},"modified":"2026-06-20T09:26:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-20T09:26:11","slug":"wavercrest-salmon-en-croute","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=258","title":{"rendered":"Wavercrest Salmon En Croute"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wavecrest Salmon En Croute \ud83c\udf0a\ud83d\udc09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Clan: Blue Dragon \ud83c\udf0a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Category: Seafood Recipes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wavecrest Salmon En Croute<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Along the elegant shores of Wavecrest, Blue Dragon nobles and sea captains gather for grand banquets overlooking the ocean. One of the most celebrated dishes is Salmon En Croute, where succulent salmon and creamy spinach are wrapped in golden puff pastry and baked to perfection. This impressive feast looks fit for royalty but is surprisingly simple to prepare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stunning centrepiece dish<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect for celebrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flaky golden pastry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rich yet balanced flavours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easier than it looks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prep Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">25 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cook Time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">40 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Salmon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 side of salmon (approximately 800g)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp black pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>25g butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 onion, finely diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>200g spinach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>150g cream cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp lemon zest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp dried dill<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For the Pastry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>500g ready-rolled puff pastry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 egg, beaten<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New potatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seasonal vegetables<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lemon wedges<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1 \u2013 Prepare the Filling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Melt the butter in a frying pan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook the onion for 5 minutes until softened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the garlic and cook for another minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add the spinach and cook until wilted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow the mixture to cool slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2 \u2013 Create the Creamy Layer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Mix the spinach mixture with the cream cheese, lemon zest, and dill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Season lightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3 \u2013 Prepare the Salmon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pat the salmon dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Season with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4 \u2013 Build the Feast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lay the puff pastry onto a lined baking tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spread the spinach mixture down the centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place the salmon on top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5 \u2013 Wrap the Treasure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fold the pastry around the salmon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seal the edges firmly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Brush all over with beaten egg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6 \u2013 Return to the Sea Forge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bake at 200\u00b0C (180\u00b0C fan) for 35\u201340 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pastry should be beautifully golden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7 \u2013 Rest and Serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve with vegetables and potatoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc09 Dragon&#8217;s Tip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Allow the spinach filling to cool before assembling to keep the pastry crisp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Adventurer&#8217;s Notes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf0a Blue Dragon Catch<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This recipe also works wonderfully with large hake or cod fillets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf4b Tidecaller Upgrade<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add extra lemon zest and fresh dill for a brighter flavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2694\ufe0f Admiral&#8217;s Feast<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve with buttery new potatoes and roasted asparagus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83e\uddc4 Harbourmaster&#8217;s Secret<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A thin layer of wholegrain mustard beneath the salmon adds extra depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcb0 Market Day Saver<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use salmon portions overlapped together instead of a whole side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udd25 Coastal Celebration Variation<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Decorate the pastry with fish-scale patterns cut from leftover pastry trimmings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdc Lore of the Hoard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wavecrest is renowned for its grand coastal banquets where merchants, nobles, and dragon riders gather to celebrate successful voyages. Salmon En Croute became a symbol of prosperity because it combines two treasured ingredients: freshly caught salmon and rich buttery pastry. Legend says a Blue Dragon lord once demanded a feast that looked as magnificent as the sea itself, inspiring the cooks of Wavecrest to create this golden masterpiece. \ud83c\udf0a\ud83d\udc09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Along the elegant shores of Wavecrest, Blue Dragon nobles and sea captains gather for grand banquets overlooking the ocean. One of the most celebrated dishes is Salmon En Croute, where succulent salmon and creamy spinach are wrapped in golden puff pastry and baked to perfection. 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