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Poached Salmon

Poached Salmon

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 286 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lemons one thinly sliced for poaching, the other cut into wedges for serving
  • 1 small shallot thinly sliced
  • A handful of fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, or tarragon
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc work well
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 salmon fillets 6 ounces each
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Start by creating a flavorful bath for your salmon. In a large skillet, combine the thinly sliced lemon, shallot, and fresh herbs. Pour in the white wine and water and let it all simmer gently over medium heat.
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  • Once your poaching liquid is simmering, it's time to introduce the salmon. Lay the fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Sprinkle them with a pinch of kosher salt and a twist of black pepper. Cover the skillet with a lid to trap the steam and let the salmon poach for about 5 to 7 minutes. The exact time will depend on the thickness of your fillets, so keep an eye on them. You're aiming for salmon that's just cooked through and still moist.
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  • When the salmon is ready, it's all about presentation. Carefully transfer the fillets to plates and top each one with a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Serve with a lemon wedge on the side.
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Nutrition

Calories: 286kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 35gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
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