Whole Poached Salmon
Description
Whole salmon is stuffed with dill and lemon slices and poached in a seasoned white wine mixture to bring out its delicate flavor in this quick and easy recipe.
Ingredients
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1 (750 milliliter) bottle dry white wine
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1 onion, thinly sliced
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1 rib celery, sliced
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6 whole peppercorns
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1 bay leaf
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1 whole salmon, cleaned
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1 bunch fresh dill
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1 lemon, sliced
Directions
1
Combine wine, onion, celery, peppercorns, and bay leaf in a fish poacher. Place poacher over 2 burners on the stove.
2
Rinse fish under cold water, stuff the cavity with dill and lemon slices, and place on the rack in the pot. Cover and bring slowly to a strong simmer (don't boil at any point). Cook until fish easily flakes with a fork, being sure not to overcook, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Drain and serve.