POACHED SALMON WITH DILL AND LEMON

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This is an easy-to-make poached salmon dish that requires minimal preparation. It goes well with rice pilaf and steamed asparagus.

Provided by China M

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Salmon Fillet Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups water
2 cups white wine
1 lemon, sliced into thin rings, divided
4 each whole black peppercorns
1 sprig fresh dill, minced
1 bay leaf
2 (1 pound) salmon fillets
1 tablespoon honey
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pour water and wine into a large pot. Add 4 lemon slices, peppercorns, dill, and bay leaf; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat until the liquid is calm with tiny bubbles rising to the surface. Allow the mixture to simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  • Place 1 salmon fillet, skin-side down, into the pot. Cover and poach the salmon to desired degree of doneness, 12 minutes for pink interior to 17 minutes for fully-cooked. Remove the first fillet, place in a covered dish, and keep warm. Add the second fillet to the liquid and repeat the poaching procedure.
  • Strain the poaching liquid into a smaller pot. Boil for 5 minutes. Stir in honey, salt, and pepper.
  • Cut fillets into portions, top with remaining lemon rings, and pour sauce over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.9 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Cholesterol 55.8 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 80.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Adaeze Tessy nwabue
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This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was cooked to perfection and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Emina Pezo
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the dill and lemon sauce was delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Meherin Barsha
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I'm not a big fan of poached salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Kenzie Shepherd
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This recipe is easy to follow and the salmon turned out great. The sauce was flavorful and complemented the salmon perfectly.


home gamer
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I love this recipe! The salmon is so moist and flaky, and the sauce is delicious. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Atik Malik
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This recipe is a great way to cook salmon. The fish is cooked evenly and the sauce is flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nop476_flo
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I've made this poached salmon recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The salmon is cooked perfectly, and the sauce is amazing. I highly recommend it!


Wwdes Rftfe
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This is my go-to recipe for poached salmon. The fish is always moist and tender, and the sauce is delicious. I like to serve it with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.


Tayyab Nadeem
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I love this poached salmon recipe because it's so easy to make. I can have it on the table in under 30 minutes. The salmon is always cooked perfectly, and the sauce is light and flavorful.


Kgothatsolenn Molokomme
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This recipe is a winner! The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus, and it was a hit with my family.


Safi Saad
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This poached salmon recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers. The salmon is cooked to perfection, and the dill and lemon sauce is the perfect complement. I highly recommend serving it with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.


Maen Imad
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I'm not a huge fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was so tender and flaky, and the sauce was so light and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


David Frakes
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. I can throw the salmon in the poaching liquid and forget about it until it's done. The sauce is also super easy to make, and it's delicious served over the salmon and rice.


Joyce Mumba
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So impressed with this poached salmon recipe! The fish was cooked beautifully, and the sauce was so flavorful. I served it with roasted vegetables, and it was a hit with my guests.


Bill McCloud
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This recipe is a game-changer! I used to be intimidated by poaching salmon, but this recipe made it foolproof. The salmon came out perfectly cooked, and the dill and lemon sauce was amazing. Definitely a keeper!


Hukam Khan
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I've tried many poached salmon recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. The fish stays so moist and flavorful, and the sauce is light and tangy. Perfect for a healthy and delicious weeknight meal.


Daisy Merryfield
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5 stars for this poached salmon recipe! It's so simple to make, yet the results are restaurant-quality. The salmon was cooked to perfection, and the dill and lemon sauce was divine. Highly recommend!


MURSHAD NASIR 131
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This poached salmon recipe is an absolute winner! The fish turned out incredibly tender and flaky, with a delightful herbal flavor from the dill and lemon. My family raved about it, and I'll definitely be making it again soon.