Salmon & Leek Parcels
These delicious salmon and leek filo parcels are the perfect combination of flaky pastry, creamy filling, and tender salmon. The leeks are cooked until tender, then mixed with creamy crème fraîche for a rich and flavorful filling. Encased in layers of buttery filo pastry, the parcels bake to golden perfection, creating a crunchy exterior that contrasts beautifully with the succulent salmon and creamy interior. Serve these parcels with a fresh green salad for a delightful meal that is sure to impress.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 4 leeks , trimmed and finely chopped
- 25g butter
- 100g full-fat crème fraîche or cream cheese
- 6 sheets filo pastry
- 2 skinless salmon fillets
Instructions
- Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Put the leeks into a large saucepan with 3 tbsp water and a couple of knobs of butter. Cover, then cook for 10 mins until tender. Remove from the pan, allow to cool, then mix with the crème fraîche and some seasoning.
- To assemble the parcels, brush a sheet of pastry with melted butter, then lay 2 more sheets on top, brushing butter between each layer. Place a salmon fillet in the centre, season, then spoon over half the leek mix. Fold the ends over the top, pull up the sides and scrunch together to enclose. Repeat.
- Brush both the parcels with melted butter. Put onto a lightly greased baking sheet, then cook for 20-25 mins until browned and crisp. Delicious served with a green salad.
Cook Time
35M
Prep Time
PT15M
Yield
Serves 2
Nutrition
- Calories: 793 calories
- Fat Content: 55 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 27 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 40 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 9 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 6 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 37 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1.75 milligram of sodium
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