Cherry & Dennis Helper Habitat
Lemon-Dill Salmon and Potato Salad
檸檬刁草三文魚薯仔沙律
Recipe overview
Lemon-Dill Salmon and Potato Salad is a practical Western home dish for a Hong Kong household, with a clear sequence for reliable results.
01
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 500 g salmon fillet
- 700 g medium potatoes
- 1 piece cucumbers
- 2 stalk spring onion
Sauce
- 150 g plain yoghurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 piece lemons
Seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
02
Tools
- knife
- cutting board
- saucepan
- colander
- frying pan
- mixing bowl
- small bowl
- spatula
- measuring spoons
- timer
- serving bowl
03
Steps
Step 1
Prepare ingredients
Rinse and prepare medium potatoes, remove inedible parts, pat dry with kitchen paper and keep separate to prevent cross-contamination.
Step 2
Boil
Cook medium potatoes in boiling water for 12–15 minutes, keep the heat even and remove promptly at the stated doneness.
Step 3
Drain
Drain medium potatoes thoroughly and shake off excess water gently without crushing.
Step 4
Cool
Spread medium potatoes out to cool for 5 minutes; do not cover while steam is escaping.
Step 5
Season
Coat salmon fillet, salt, Black pepper evenly so every surface receives the seasoning.
Step 6
Heat cookware
Warm olive oil over medium heat and wait until ready before adding the next ingredients.
Step 7
Sauté
Pan-fry the salmon over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side, turning once, for 8–10 minutes total until the centre is cooked through.
Step 8
Rest
Remove salmon fillet from heat and rest for 3 minutes so heat and juices settle.
Step 9
Cut ingredients
Cut cucumbers, spring onion, fresh dill into even, bite-size pieces on a stable board and keep each item separate.
Step 10
Mix
Combine plain yoghurt, lemons, fresh dill in a bowl until evenly distributed with no clumps.
Step 11
Assemble
Gently combine the potatoes, salmon, cucumber and spring onion in one large bowl, then fold in the prepared yoghurt-lemon-dill dressing until lightly coated; do not divide into serving bowls yet.
Step 12
Serve
Divide the completed salmon potato salad evenly into 4 portions and serve immediately.
Common mistakes
- Do not skip draining or drying, or the finished dish may become watery.
- Check doneness at the stated time and avoid overcooking seafood.
Tips
Measure every ingredient before heating for a smoother workflow.
On the first attempt, taste with the employer and note the family preference.
