POACHED SALMON WITH DILL & TURMERIC

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This is among my husband's favorites because it's always moist, tender, juicy and delicious. It's a quick, simple way to prepare salmon, and the robust turmeric doesn't overpower the taste of the fish. -Evelyn Banker, Elmhurst, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 medium), finely chopped
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
4 salmon fillets (1 inch thick and 4 ounces each)
8 fresh dill sprigs
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil and cumin over medium heat 1-2 minutes or until seeds are toasted, stirring occasionally. Stir in potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon turmeric. Cook, covered, on medium-low 10-12 minutes or until tender. Stir in 1 tablespoon chopped dill; cook, uncovered, 1 minute. Remove from heat., Meanwhile, place salmon, skin side down, in a large skillet with high sides. Add dill sprigs, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, remaining turmeric and enough water to cover salmon. Bring just to a boil. Adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook, uncovered, 7-9 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork. , In a small bowl, mix yogurt, pepper and the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped dill and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Serve with salmon and potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Usma Usma
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I love the combination of dill and turmeric in this recipe. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing.


Pinke akter
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover salmon. The dill and turmeric sauce is very flavorful and really elevates the dish.


shay pearl
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The salmon was a bit overcooked for my taste, but the sauce was delicious.


Kodo Rinom
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This was my first time poaching salmon and it turned out great! The dill and turmeric added a wonderful flavor to the fish.


Salowan Gamer
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I'm not a big fan of dill, but I still enjoyed this recipe. The turmeric gave the salmon a nice flavor and the sauce was very good.


Noah Davis
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This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was moist and flavorful, and the dill and turmeric sauce was the perfect complement.


Md. Asaduzzaman
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I loved the dill and turmeric sauce! It was so flavorful and really complemented the salmon.


Barbara Cork
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The sauce was a bit too salty for my taste, but the salmon was cooked perfectly.


MG shorry
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This recipe was easy to follow and the salmon turned out great. The dill and turmeric gave it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.


Angelina Shykyrtova
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The salmon was a bit dry, but the dill and turmeric sauce was amazing. I'll definitely be making the sauce again to use on other dishes.


Asif Afridi
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I'm not usually a fan of poached salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The dill and turmeric gave it a delicious flavor and the fish was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md Ontu
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This poached salmon recipe with dill and turmeric is a total winner! The fish was cooked perfectly - moist and flaky on the inside, with a crispy skin. The dill and turmeric added a wonderful flavor that really complemented the salmon.