Poached Salmon

11 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 carrots, cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • 1 leek, trimmed, washed, and cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • 1 lemon, cut into 1/4 inch slices
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 10 sprigs flat leaf parsley
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorn
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole coriander seed
  • 2 tablespoons coarse salt
  • 2 cups dry white wine
  • 24 ounces salmon steaks

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine all ingredients except salmon in a saucepan large enough to hold the salmon steaks.
  2. 2
    Add water to make liquid 1 1/2 to 2 inches deep.
  3. 3
    Let stand 1/2 hour to blend flavors in the liquid.
  4. 4
    Bring liquid to a boil and reduce heat to a very slow simmer.
  5. 5
    Add salmon and cover.
  6. 6
    Cook very slowly until fish is firm, usually 6 to 8 minutes, careful not to overcook.
  7. 7
    Garnish with your favorite cucumber sauce.
  8. 8
    Serve over rice.

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