Salmon are high in protein; low in calories; and a vital source of vitamin A, the B vitamins, and omega-3 fatty acids. Since a common recommendation for a healthy diet includes eating oily fish three times a week, it’s fortunate that the flavorful salmon is a versatile fish with endless possibilities for preparation. Perfect companions for salmon are sauces such as sorrel, yogurt, and mint; watercress cream; and hollandaise.
Poached Salmon Steaks with Hot Basil Sauce Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 large bunch of basil
- 4 celery sticks, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 small courgette, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 6 salmon steaks, about 125gr each
- 75ml dry white wine
- 125ml water
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 15gr unsalted butter
- salt and pepper
- lemon slices, to serve
- basil leaves, to garnish
Method:
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Strip the leaves from half the basil and set aside.
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Spread all; the chopped vegetables over the bottom of a large flameproof casserole dish with a lid,
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Press the salmon steaks into the vegetables and cover them with the remaining basil.
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Pour over the wine and water and season with salt and pepper.
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Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for about 10 minutes.
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Transfer the salmon to a warmed serving dish.
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Bring the poaching liquid and vegetables back to the boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Strain into a blender or food processor and add the cooked and uncooked basil.
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Blend to a puree and return to a saucepan.
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Bring the puree to the boil and reduce by half, until thickened.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the lemon juice and stir in the butter.
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Pour the sauce over the salmon steaks and serve with lemon slices and garnished with basil leaves.