poached salmon
Recipes
Salmon
Poached Salmon
Poached salmon is gently cooked in flavorful liquid, keeping the fish tender and moist. This delicate preparation highlights the natural taste of salmon, making it a light and elegant dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
- 3 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup dry white wine, such as sauvignon blanc
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 shallot, sliced
- 1 lemon, zested
- two 6-ounce pieces skin-on salmon
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- arugula salad, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving
- olive oil, for drizzling
Directions
- Combine the stock, wine, thyme, garlic, shallot and lemon zest in a wide, deep pan and bring to a simmer. Add the salmon, a pinch of salt and a grind of pepper. Partially cover and simmer until the salmon is fully cooked, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Serve with an arugula salad, lemon slices and olive oil drizzled on top.
