Cold Poached Salmon with Fennel Relish Recipe

Name: Cold Poached Salmon with Fennel Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups water; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, coarsely chopped; 1 bay leaf; 2 4-ounce 1-inch-thick salmon fillets; 1 cup chopped peeled seeded cucumber; 1/2 cup chopped fennel; 1/2 cup chopped green onion; 1/3 cup chopped radish; 1 1/2 tablespoons light sour cream; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Servings: persons

1
Bring first 4 ingredients to simmer in heavy wide saucepan over low heat for 15 minutes.
2
Strain.
3
Return liquid to same pan and bring to boil.
4
Turn off heat.
5
Add salmon and cook 5 minutes per side.
6
Using slotted spatula, transfer salmon to baking sheet.
7
Cover and refrigerate.
8
(Can be made 1 day ahead.)
9
Combine remaining ingredients in small bowl.
10
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
11
Cover and refrigerate.
12
Place salmon on plates.
13
Spoon relish over salmon and serve.

139

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups water, 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, coarsely chopped, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Cold Poached Salmon with Fennel Relish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cold Poached Salmon with Fennel Relish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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