What Is En papillote?
En papillote: A French method of cooking food sealed in a folded parchment packet, so it steams in its own juices and aromatics.
In the kitchen
Fish, vegetables and lemon slices go onto a sheet of parchment, which is folded and crimped shut. In the oven, the trapped steam cooks the food gently and keeps it moist.
It suits delicate fish such as salmon and cod, and cleanup is easy. Open the packet at the table so the aroma of lemon and herbs escapes when you serve.
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