This recipe for dill-poached salmon is a perfect way to enjoy the delicate flavors of fresh salmon infused with aromatic dill. The salmon is poached to tender perfection and served with a creamy lemon-dill sauce that adds a zesty kick. It's a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 4 cups water
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Lemon-Dill Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large skillet, combine water, white wine, chopped dill, lemon slices, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
- Gently add salmon fillets to the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- While the salmon is cooking, mix mayonnaise, chopped dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl to make the lemon-dill sauce.
- Once the salmon is cooked, remove from the skillet and serve with the lemon-dill sauce on top.
- Garnish with extra dill and lemon slices, if desired. Enjoy!
