• Cookbook of the Month Recipe – Salmon Sandwiches

  Filed under Cookbook of the Month, Main Dishes - Sandwiches, Main Dishes - Seafood/Fish
  May 16
  
  If this is working correctly, you my post should be published even though I am in a plane, on my way to NYC!!! I didn’t want to miss out on this week’s Cookbook of the Month recipe, so thank goodness blogger now has a way to publish posts when I’m not here.

  I’m making this short because I have a ton to do and so little time. Although I followed this recipe for the most part, there are a few things I changed up. In the original recipe, the salmon is grilled over charcoal. I took the lazy way out and broiled my salmon. And Ina suggests serving it on a white or brioche roll, but I used deli rolls.

  I LOVED these!! I am a huge fan of dill anyway, but this sauce is so delicious, and goes well with the salmon. The only problem that I had with them is that they are quite messy. Since the salmon flakes apart, it’s a bit hard to hold it in the bread, but I didn’t care because I just licked my fingers!

  Salmon Sandwiches
  adapted from Barefoot Contessa Parties!
  olive oil
  2 salmon fillets
  kosher salt to taste
  freshly ground pepper to taste

  For the Sauce
  1/2 cup good mayonnaise
  1/8 cup sour cream
  1/2 teaspoon white wine vinegar
  6 fresh basil leaves
  1/2 cup chopped dill
  3/4 tablespoon chopped scallions, white and green parts
  1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  1 1/2 capers, drained

  2 deli rolls
  spinach leaves

  To prepare the salmon: Preheat the broiler. Rub both sides of the salmon with olive oil, salt and pepper. Broil the fish for 5 minutes on each side, or until almost cooked through. (The fish will continue to cook after you take the salmon out.) Remove and allow to rest for 15 minutes.

  To prepare the sauce: Place the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, basil, dill, scallions, salt and pepper in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Process until combined. Add the capers, pulse two or three times.

  To assemble: Slice the buns in half and toast. Spread 1-2 tablespoons of the sauce on each cut side. Place some spinach on the bottom half, top with a piece of salmon. Place the top of the bun on the salmon.

  Serves 2 (with some left-over sauce)

  I’ll be back to posting on Wednesday!!
  

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  27 Comments

27 Responses to “Cookbook of the Month Recipe – Salmon Sandwiches”

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   Rosa's Yummy Yums said on May 16th, 2008 at 3:34 pm

   That sandwich looks delicious! I’d love to take a bit from it…

   Cheers,

   Rosa

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   glamah16 said on May 16th, 2008 at 4:46 pm

   Have fun in NYC darl!Blogger in draft, once figured out is a life saver.

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   Sylvie said on May 16th, 2008 at 4:47 pm

   Well, messy or not it looks delicious and I guess that would make it finger-licking good.

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   Ruth Elkin said on May 16th, 2008 at 5:07 pm

   I’ve been loving that scheduled post thing too! It’s fab!!!

   Looks like a good sandwich!

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   kamailesfood said on May 17th, 2008 at 1:36 am

   Tasty lookin’ sandwich. I don’t think I’ve ever had salmon in a sandwich. I’ll have to try this one.

   Have fun in NY!

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   nicole said on May 17th, 2008 at 3:18 am

   I bet that sauce for the salmon is so good. It looks good.Have fun in NY.

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   renaedujour said on May 17th, 2008 at 4:16 am

   that’s the best way to eat salmon. Your recipe sounds delicious.

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   Emiline said on May 17th, 2008 at 5:50 am

   Whoo! Have fun in the city and report back all of the details!

   Salm-wiches look good.

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   Grace said on May 17th, 2008 at 11:12 am

   funny story–my grandma calls it “sahl-mun” no matter how many times we correct her. it’s quite amusing.

   enjoy nyc!

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    Kevin said on May 17th, 2008 at 7:52 pm

    Dill and salmon are a great combo. I like the idea of putting them in a sandwich. Have a great trip!

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    Abby said on May 18th, 2008 at 12:31 am

    YUM. I love fish and dill. Perfect combo! And it ain’t a dish to serve the boss, right? Lick those fingers!

    Hope you have a GRAND time in NYC!

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    Patricia Scarpin said on May 19th, 2008 at 12:57 pm

    I would never have thought of making a sandwich with salmon, Deb!

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    Astra Libris said on May 19th, 2008 at 1:03 pm

    Ooooh, YUM! Dill and salmon are one of the best things ever! Such a great idea to put all this goodness in a sandwich!!

    Have a fabulous, delicious trip!

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    Kate / Kajal said on May 19th, 2008 at 1:25 pm

    That should be my lunch right now !!!
    that looks like one hellva sandwich girl !

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    Bellini Valli said on May 19th, 2008 at 3:05 pm

    The Barefoot Contessa will never steer you wrong:D

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    Rosie said on May 19th, 2008 at 4:49 pm

    Gosh this sandwish looks so delicious!! Enjoy your time in the City can’t wait to hear about it

    Rosie x

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    ellesnewenglandkitchen said on May 19th, 2008 at 4:53 pm

    That’s a great looking sandwich! What’s this scheduled post thing???

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    Lore said on May 19th, 2008 at 5:52 pm

    My first thought: OH BOY, OH BOY! I want a dozen of those! And yes I’m capable of eating them all whithout any help thank you very much. I would like a dozen for myself please .
    Have fun in NY and be sure to start your journey with this sandwich!

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    dobetter said on May 19th, 2008 at 6:03 pm

    I’ve had this sandwich before at a dinner party and loved it! So glad you posted the recipe, I can’t wait to make it!

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    diva@theSugarBar said on May 19th, 2008 at 6:12 pm

    oh wow, that looks well good! chunky filling. yummy

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    ambrosia ananas said on May 19th, 2008 at 8:42 pm

    Oh, yum. That looks fabulous.

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    Gabi said on May 19th, 2008 at 10:24 pm

    Oh I hope you are having fun in the big apple! soak it all in for me
    The salmon sandwich looks yummy and ain’t technology grand ;p
    xoxo

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    Suzana said on May 20th, 2008 at 12:19 pm

    It looks yummy! My hubby would love it, and I could have a bite too right away. Hope you had a great time in NY.

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    Dhanggit said on May 20th, 2008 at 2:11 pm

    i agree with you, i love this new option of blogger to publish in advance..i love the sound of this salmon sandwich sounds perfect for our picnic on sunday;;that is if its not gonna rain

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    Dana McCauley said on May 20th, 2008 at 10:31 pm

    I make a similar looking sandwich in my last book that has a balsamic glaze. Mine can be a dribbler when eaten, too.

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    Gigi said on May 21st, 2008 at 7:23 am

    Have a great time! The sandwich is seriously delicious!

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    Rachel said on May 22nd, 2008 at 4:28 pm

    I made these the other night, and they were delicious!

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