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Poached Salmon Fillets

By Linda Larsen, About.com

Poaching salmon fillets keeps them very moist and tender. You can flavor the poaching liquid any way you'd like.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups dry white wine or fish stock
  • 2 cups water
  • 6 peppercorns
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh dill weed or 2 tsp. dried
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 6 (4 oz.) salmon fillets, about 1/2" thick

Preparation:

In large heavy skillet, combine wine, water, peppercorns, dill, celery, lemon, and onion. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors. Add salmon to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the fish flakes easily. Serves 4
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