Salmon in Chestnut Sauce: Healthy and Low-Sodium Gourmet Recipe
Is it possible to enjoy a high-cuisine dish while taking care of your cardiovascular health? The answer is a resounding yes. This recipe for salmon with chestnut sauce is not only a delight for the palate due to its silky texture and crunchy touch, but it is also a powerful nutritional tool for those looking to reduce salt intake without sacrificing gastronomic pleasure.
Technical Sheet
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Estimated time: 45 minutes.
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Difficulty: ⭐⭐⭐
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Servings: 4 people.
Ingredients
To achieve a professional result, the quality of the ingredients is non-negotiable. Here's what you need for 4 servings:
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Fresh salmon fillets: 4 units (between 150g and 180g each). We're looking for a thick cut so the center stays juicy.
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Natural chestnuts: 300g. They are the base of our velvety sauce.
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Fresh artichokes: 2 units. We will use only the heart and the tenderest leaves for the crunch.
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Leek: 1 unit (we will use the white part for the sofrito and the rootlets for the garnish).
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White onion: 1 medium unit.
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Garlic: 1 fresh garlic clove.
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Dry white wine: ½ glass (or Brandy if you prefer a more intense aroma).
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Extra virgin olive oil: Necessary amount for sautéing, searing, and frying.
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White pepper: To taste, to maintain the light color of the chestnut sauce.
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Water: 2.5 glasses for cooking the cream.
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Castelló Salt with 60% less Sodium: To taste for cooking food.
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Bonsalt 0% Sodium: Perfect for adding later, to adjust the necessary touch for each diner.
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Castelló Cream of Tartar: Perfect for achieving a perfect, crispy and dry fry, as well as maintaining the color of the food.
Nutritional Analysis and Total Macros
Understanding what we eat is vital. Here's the macronutrient breakdown per serving and the technical sheet for our products.
Macronutrient Table (per serving)
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Category |
Nutrient / Component |
Amount (per 100g of product or serving) |
Benefit and Source |
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Macronutrients |
Proteins (Salmon) |
35g - 38g |
High biological value for muscle tissue. |
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Healthy Fats |
12g - 15g |
Essential Omega-3 fatty acids for the heart. |
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Carbohydrates |
25g - 30g |
Complex energy from chestnuts. |
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Key Minerals |
Potassium (Bonsalt) |
45 g |
Contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous and muscular systems. |
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Potassium (Cream of Tartar) |
20.7 g |
Essential mineral present in our natural leavening agent. |
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Sodium (Bonsalt 0%) |
0 g |
The perfect ally for hypertension control. |
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Salt (60% less sodium salt) |
39.3 g |
Drastic reduction compared to 100g of common salt. |
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Vitamins and Others |
Vitamin B12 and D |
High presence |
Naturally present in fresh salmon. |
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Iron and Magnesium |
Present |
Provided by chestnuts and artichokes. |
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Dietary Fiber |
6g - 8g |
Essential for digestive health (artichokes and leek). |
Professional Step-by-Step Preparation
1. Chestnut Cream
Cook the chestnuts for 10 minutes and peel them. Sauté the onion and leek, until they turn a deep golden color, but without burning. Add the chestnuts and deglaze with white wine. This collects the natural sugars released by the onion and leek when cooked, adding umami flavor to the recipe. Cover with water and season with our low-sodium salt. Blend and then pass through a fine sieve for a silky texture.
2. Crispy Artichoke
Cut the artichokes into thin slices. And preheat the oil between 180 and 200ºC. Then add them carefully, one by one so they don't stick together. *Chef's Trick: Sprinkle a pinch of Castelló Cream of Tartar before frying*. This monopotassium tartrate helps the fried food to be drier, crispier, and maintain an intense green color.
3. Perfectly Cooked Salmon
Sear the salmon fillets in a very hot pan (3 min per side). When removing, give them the final touch of flavor with Bonsalt 0% Sodium.
And with all these steps, you will have a simple but spectacular dish ready to surprise your guests.
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