Craving a delectable and nutritious meal that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than poached salmon, a culinary masterpiece that combines delicate flavors and health benefits in every bite. With its lean protein, rich omega-3 fatty acids, and versatility, poached salmon reigns supreme as a culinary delight. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets to creating the perfect poached salmon, a dish that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE POACHED SALMON
A beautifully poached piece of salmon is clean tasting and light. There's only one rule: Don't overcook.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Salmon Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large, deep, straight-sided skillet or heavy pot, combine carrots, celery, onion, lemon, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 6 cups water. Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook 8 minutes.
- Season salmon with salt and gently lower into simmering liquid (liquid should just cover fish). Reduce to a very gentle simmer. Cover and cook until salmon is opaque throughout, about 5 minutes (longer for thicker fillets). Using a wide slotted spatula, remove salmon from liquid.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 g, Fat 12 g, Protein 39 g
POACHED SALMON II
This dish is simple, moist and delicious. You may substitute lemon juice for the wine and omit the garlic if you wish.
Provided by lor
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Salmon Fillet Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat wine and water over medium high heat in a large non-stick skillet for 5 minutes.
- Slide salmon pieces into poaching liquid and dot with butter. Sprinkle with dried parsley, garlic, salt and pepper.
- Bring to a slow boil, reduce heat to medium and poach until salmon flesh is firm, about 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 116.3 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 48.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 137.4 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
TRADITIONAL POACHED SALMON
Steps:
- Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon fillets and season with some sea salt and white pepper. Set aside.
- Fill a high-sided large skillet one-third of the way up with water. Add the wine and lemon halves. Bring to a low simmer, add the salmon and let cook until firm to the touch, 5 to 7 minutes for medium. For well-done salmon, cook for 10 minutes.
- Serve garnished with the lemon wedges and parsley.
EASY POACHED SALMON
In 46 years of marriage, we had never tasted salmon until a friend told me about poaching it in a low cooker. I tried it and got flaky, moist results with little fuss. I added some soy sauce for extra flavor. - Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first 8 ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, 30 minutes. Strain, discarding vegetables and spices., Cut three 20x3-in. strips of heavy-duty foil; crisscross so they resemble spokes of a wheel. Place strips on bottom and up sides of a 7-qt. oval slow cooker. Pour poaching liquid into slow cooker. Carefully add salmon., Cook, covered, on high 60-70 minutes or just until fish flakes easily with a fork (a thermometer inserted in fish should read at least 145°). Using foil strips as handles, remove salmon from cooking liquid. Serve warm or cold, with lemon and dill.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WHOLE POACHED SALMON
Poaching is a great way to bring out the delicate flavor of whole fish. A poacher will use less liquid than a pan, but either works. This whole poached salmon is fantastic hot or cold. Serve with a little lemon or your favorite sauce.
Provided by Marvel's Kitchen
Categories Seafood Fish Salmon
Time 35m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine wine, onion, celery, peppercorns, and bay leaf in a fish poacher. Place poacher over 2 burners on the stove.
- Rinse fish under cold water, stuff the cavity with dill and lemon slices, and place on the rack in the pot. Cover and bring slowly to a strong simmer (don't boil at any point). Cook until fish easily flakes with a fork, being sure not to overcook, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Drain and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 24.5 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 84.4 mg, Sugar 6.4 g
PARCHMENT GARLIC BUTTER SALMON RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: small white potato, butter, garlic, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, skinless salmon, parchment paper
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Fold the parchment paper in half, then open up.
- On one half of the parchment, arrange the sliced potatoes. In a small bowl, combine the butter, garlic, and parsley. Drizzle half of the garlic butter mixture over the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Lay the salmon over the potatoes, and drizzle over the remaining garlic butter. Season with salt and pepper.
- Fold the parchment paper over the salmon, and cinch the paper together by folding it over itself along the edges.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until internal temperature of salmon reaches 145˚F (63˚C).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 684 calories, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 56 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 0 grams
EASY POACHED SALMON
Cook this simple poached salmon at the beginning of the week and use it in salads and sandwiches or as a main course on busy weeknights.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes Salmon Recipes
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small pan, arrange fillets in a single layer. Cover with water until fillets are just submerged. Remove fillets and set aside. Add garlic, carrot, herbs, peppercorns, and wine. Bring to a boil, season with salt, then turn off heat; add fillets skin-side down, and cook, covered, until slightly underdone in the center, about 10 minutes per inch of thickness. Reserve the poaching liquid and, once cool, combine with fillets.
POACHED SALMON RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: skinless salmon fillet, salt, pepper, peppercorn, lemon, fresh thyme
Provided by Robin Broadfoot
Categories Dinner
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fill a pan with enough water to submerge a fillet. Bring the water to a simmer.
- Add salt, peppercorns, sliced lemon, and thyme to water.
- Add salmon, cover the pan, and cook for 20 minutes.
- Remove salmon from pan, and season with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 3 grams
QUICK & EASY POACHED SALMON
Make and share this Quick & Easy Poached Salmon recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Joel6538
Categories Very Low Carbs
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place filet, skin side down, in a small stock pot.
- Pour enough water over to cover the salmon by about two inches.
- Place pot on high heat until just beginning to boil.
- Remove salmon from water and pat dry.
- Sprinkle with Kosher salt and pepper to taste.
- This goes great with a little garlic mayonnaise or a vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 36.6, Sodium 59.6, Protein 16.3
SIMPLE POACHED SALMON
I love this recipe because it's healthy and almost effortless. And the salmon always cooks to perfection! -Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 11 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 45 minutes., Carefully place fillets in liquid; add additional warm water (120° to 130°) to cover if needed. Cook, covered, just until fish flakes easily with a fork (a thermometer inserted in fish should read at least 145°), 45-55 minutes. Remove fish from cooking liquid. Serve warm or cold with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 115mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose the right salmon. Look for wild-caught salmon if possible, as it is typically lower in contaminants and has a better flavor than farmed salmon.
- Cook the salmon gently. Poaching is a great way to cook salmon because it keeps the fish moist and tender. Avoid overcooking the salmon, as this will make it dry and tough.
- Use a flavorful poaching liquid. The poaching liquid is what will give the salmon its flavor, so make sure to use a flavorful liquid. Some good options include:
- Court-bouillon: A classic French poaching liquid made with white wine, vegetables, and herbs.
- Milk: Milk poaching liquid results in a rich, creamy sauce that is perfect for serving with salmon.
- Butter: Butter poaching liquid adds a rich, buttery flavor to the salmon.
- Season the salmon before poaching. Seasoning the salmon before poaching will help to enhance its flavor. Some good options for seasonings include:
- Salt and pepper
- Lemon juice
- Fresh herbs, such as dill, parsley, or thyme
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Serve the salmon immediately. Poached salmon is best served immediately after it is cooked. You can serve it with a variety of sides, such as:
- Roasted vegetables
- Mashed potatoes
- Rice
- Quinoa
- A simple green salad
Conclusion:
Poached salmon is a delicious and healthy way to cook salmon. It is a great option for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can easily poach salmon at home. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious salmon recipe, give poached salmon a try.
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