Lasis Medus un Sinepju Glazūrā (Jūrmala Honey-Mustard Roasted Baltic Salmon) – Authentic Latvia Recipe
From the seaside resort of Jūrmala: flaky salmon baked under a caramelized mustard and dill glaze.
- Country of Origin
- 🇱🇻 Latvia (Northern Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Thick Baltic salmon fillets, Roasted root vegetables, Cucumber-dill salad, Grainy mustard, Wildflower honey
Ingredients for Lasis Medus un Sinepju Glazūrā (Jūrmala Honey-Mustard Roasted Baltic Salmon) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) thick Baltic salmon fillets, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups roasted root vegetables, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup cucumber-dill salad
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with grainy mustard
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Latvia seasoning (wildflower honey, fresh dill, lemon zest)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, grainy mustard, and wildflower honey, fresh dill, lemon zest for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine thick Baltic salmon fillets and roasted root vegetables with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with cucumber-dill salad and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.