Recipe information
Ingredients for - Poached Salmon
1. ½ cup dry white wine (a good Sauvignon Blanc) -
2. ½ cup water -
3. Several sprigs of fresh dill or sprinkle of dried dill -
4. A sprig of fresh parsley -
5. 1 shallot, peeled and thinly sliced or a few thin slices of onion -
6. 1 to 1½ pounds salmon fillets, pin bones removed -
9. A few slices of fresh lemon to serve -
How to cook deliciously - Poached Salmon
1. Stage
Prepare the poaching liquid: Put the wine, water, dill, parsley and shallots or onions in a sauté pan, and bring to a simmer on medium heat.
2. Stage
Add the salmon: Sprinkle the salmon fillets with a little salt. Place salmon fillets, skin-side down on the pan, and cover.
3. Stage
Cook and serve the salmon: Cook 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet, or to desired done-ness. Do not overcook. Serve sprinkled with freshly ground black pepper and a slice or two of lemon on the side. Did you love the recipe? Let us know with a rating and review!