How to Make Poached Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon is a versatile and delicious fish that is enjoyed by many people around the world. Whether it's grilled, baked, or pan-seared, salmon always brings a unique flavor to any dish. One of the most popular ways to prepare salmon is by poaching it, as it helps the fish retain its moisture and delicate texture while infusing it with the flavors of the poaching liquid.

One of the classic accompaniments to poached salmon is a light and tangy lemon dill sauce. This creamy sauce perfectly...

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Ingredients

  • 8 (3/4-inch thick) salmon steaks
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 small onion, thickly sliced
  • 4 sprigs fresh parsley
  • 4 slices lemon
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 salmon steaks

  • Rinse salmon and pat dry.
  • Combine chicken broth, onion, parsley, lemon, salt, and pepper in a large skillet. Bring to a boil. Add salmon to the skillet in a single layer. Bring back to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until salmon flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove salmon from the skillet and keep warm.
  • Strain cooking liquid and reserve 2 cups.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, dill, sugar, and salt. Cook until bubbling, about 1 minute. Add reserved cooking liquid. Cook, whisking constantly, until sauce begins to thicken.
  • Slowly stir 1/2 cup sauce into the egg yolks. Pour back into the saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, until thick, 1 to 2 minutes. Do not boil. Stir in lemon juice. Spoon sauce over salmon. Serve remaining sauce alongside.
  • Nutrition

    226 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 111mg
    • Sodium: 316mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 74mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 520mg