Potted Salmon

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350F Cut the fish into 1/2in slices and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
2. 2
   Add the spices and lemon juice and season to taste.
3. 3
   Stir in the butter and chopped onion, and spoon the mixture into an ovenproof dish - it should be about 1 1/2in in depth.
4. 4
   Cover with a tightly fitting lid.
5. 5
   Stand the dish in a roasting tin, half-filled with hot water, taking care that the water doesn't seep into the sealed salmon mixture.
6. 6
   Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the fish is flaky to the touch.
7. 7
   Remove from the oven and leave on one side to cool.
8. 8
   Flake the salmon with a fork and stir in the parsley.
9. 9
   Check the seasoning before spooning the cooked fish mixture into small ramekins.
10. 10
    Chill for a couple of hours.
11. 11
    Pour a thin layer of melted clarified butter over the chilled pots and return to the fridge to set.
12. 12
    Serve the pots with a crisp green salad and accompany with thin slices of toast.