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Poached Salmon With Asparagus and New Potatoes

Poached Salmon With Asparagus and New Potatoes
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This is the go-to salmon recipe you have been looking for. It’s a complete meal with refreshing asparagus, creamy potatoes and buttery, flavorful salmon. It’s easy to make with simple ingredients so anyone can enjoy this meal in comfort at home.

Recipe
PRE TIME: 5 min
COOKING TIME: 25 min
TOTAL TIME: 30 min
1 SERVING
Ingredients:
  • Seasoning The Salmon
  • 7 oz. Salmon
  • 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • Cook The Asparagus
  • 1 Qt Water
  • 6 oz. Asparagus
  • 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • Cook The Salmon
  • 1 cup White Wine
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Stock
  • Cook The Potatoes
  • 1 Qt Water
  • 1/2 tsp. Salt
  • 1 lb. Potatoes
  • 1/4 tsp. Ground Black Pepper
  • Sauce
  • 1 tbsp. Butter
  • 1 tbsp. Yellow Onion
  • 1 clove Garlic, Minced
  • 1/2 cup White Wine
  • 2 tbsp. Heavy Cream
  • 1/8 tsp. Salt
  • 1 tsp. Chives
Directions:
Step 1
Step 1
1
Remove the skin of the salmon.
Step 2
Step 2
2
Prep the Salmon: Begin by seasoning the salmon with salt and let it rest for about five minutes, allowing the salt to penetrate and season the fish evenly.
Step 3
Step 3
3
Blanch the Asparagus: Remove any tough ends from the asparagus. Blanch them in boiling water for four minutes, then immediately transfer to ice water. This method ensures the asparagus is cooked yet retains its crispiness.
Step 4
Step 4
4
Cook the Salmon: Line a pan with baking paper, placing the salmon on top. Add white wine and vegetable stock until the liquid reaches halfway up the fish. Cover and cook over medium heat on the stovetop.
Step 5
Step 5
5
Boil the Potatoes: Simultaneously, boil the potatoes in a separate pot until tender.
Step 6
Step 6
6
Prepare the Sauce: In a different saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sautéing until translucent. Pour in white wine, let it simmer to cook off the alcohol, then stir in heavy cream and a pinch of salt, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Step 7
Step 7
7
Combine Vegetables and Sauce: Peel the boiled potatoes and add them along with the blanched asparagus to the creamy sauce, stirring gently to combine.
Step 8
Step 8
8
Finish the Salmon: Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon from the pan, placing it on paper towels to absorb any excess moisture.
Step 9
Step 9
9
Plate Your Dish: Arrange the asparagus, potatoes, and salmon fillets on serving plates. Sprinkle with fresh thyme.
Step 10
Step 10
10
Serve with Cream Sauce: Give the cream sauce a final stir and then drizzle it over the plated components, or serve on the side for dipping.
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