Poached Salmon with Dill Sauce

Elevate your dinner with this elegant yet effortless Poached Salmon with Dill Sauce, a perfect blend of delicate flavors and creamy indulgence. Succulent salmon fillets are simmered gently in an aromatic poaching liquid infused with dry white wine, fresh dill, and lemon, ensuring a tender, flaky texture. The dish is crowned with a velvety dill cream sauce made from the strained poaching liquid, butter, and a touch of lemon for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a showstopper for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with steamed vegetables or buttery potatoes for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfect for seafood lovers searching for a quick yet gourmet dish, this recipe is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Salmon fillets, skinless
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 1 whole Lemon, sliced
• 4 sprigs Fresh dill sprigs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for sauce)
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground white pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large, deep skillet or saucepan, combine the water, white wine, lemon slices, fresh dill sprigs, salt, and black peppercorns.

Step 2

Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer over medium heat, ensuring it does not boil.

Step 3

Carefully place the salmon fillets into the simmering liquid in a single layer, making sure they are fully submerged.

Step 4

Cover the skillet with a lid and poach the salmon for 8–10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 5

Using a slotted spatula, carefully remove the salmon from the liquid and set aside on a plate. Keep warm by covering with foil.

Step 6

Strain 1 cup of the poaching liquid and set it aside for the dill sauce.

Step 7

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk continuously to create a roux. Cook for 1 minute, but do not let it brown.

Step 8

Gradually whisk in the reserved poaching liquid, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and white pepper. Continue to cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce is smooth and velvety.

Step 10

Serve the poached salmon fillets on individual plates and drizzle generously with the dill sauce. Garnish with additional dill if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2181.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2377.7

Total Fat 151.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 681.8mg	0%
Sodium 4078.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 4.2g
Protein 158.5g	0%

Vitamin D 2284.5IU	0%
Calcium 210.5mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 3498.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.5%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 4.0%