Salmon (poached)

By kawaibaby

Ingredients

• ◾1 to 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets, pin bones removed
• ◾Salt
• ◾1/2 cup dry white wine (a good Sauvignon Blanc)
• ◾1/2 cup water
• ◾1 shallot, peeled and thinly sliced or a few thin slices of onion
• ◾Several sprigs of fresh dill or sprinkle of dried dill
• ◾A sprig of fresh parsley
• ◾Freshly ground black pepper
• ◾A few slices of fresh lemon to serve

Details

Adapted from simplyrecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

1 Sprinkle the salmon fillets with a little salt. Put the wine, water, dill, parsley and shallots or onions 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. Do not overcook. Serve sprinkled with freshly ground black pepper and a slice or two of lemon.