Poached Salmon with Dill

By Phil-2

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

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.