Poached Salmon

Poach delicious salmon steaks or fillets in only 15minutes! Salmon poached in white wine,seasoned with fresh dill.

Prep time: 5 minutesCook time: 10 minutes

Yield: Serves 2 to 4 or more, depending on the size of the fillet

INGREDIENTS

1 to 1½ pounds salmon fillets, pin bones removedSalt½ cup dry white wine (a good Sauvignon Blanc)½ cup water1 shallot, peeled and thinly sliced or a few thin slices of onionSeveral sprigs of fresh dill or sprinkle of dried dillA sprig of fresh parsleyFreshly ground black pepperA few slices of fresh lemon to serve

METHOD

1 Sprinkle the salmon fillets with a little salt. Put the wine, water, dill, parsley and shallots oronions in a sauté pan, and bring to a simmer on medium heat.

2 Place salmon fillets, skin-side down on the pan. Cover.

Cook 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet, or to desired done-ness. Donot overcook. Serve sprinkled with freshly ground black pepper and a slice or two of lemon.

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