Cook The Book: Salmon With Scotch Whisky Sauce Recipe

Name: Cook The Book: Salmon With Scotch Whisky Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (8-ounce) salmon fillets, preferably sockeye or king salmon; 2 tablespoons salt; 4 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 egg yolks; 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, cut into pieces; 3 tablespoons Scotch whisky; 3 tablespoons very hot tap water; Olive oil

Servings: persons

4 (8-ounce) salmon fillets, preferably sockeye or king salmon
2 tablespoons salt
4 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, cut into pieces
3 tablespoons Scotch whisky
3 tablespoons very hot tap water
Olive oil

1
Wash the salmon well, then pat dry. Combine the salt, sugar, zest, and pepper. Rub all over the salmon and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
2
Preheat a charcoal grill or a gas grill to 350u00b0F. Make sure the grill rack is clean and oil it thoroughly with nonstick cooking spray.
3
For the sauce, combine the egg yolks and lemon juice, whisking to blend. Transfer to a heat-proof bowl set over a saucepan of hot (but not boiling) water over low heat. Whisk until the mixture begins to thicken. Gradually stir in the butter, a little at a time. If any lumps appear in the mixture, remove the bowl from the heat, add a teaspoon of cold water, then return to the heat. Continue cooking until the sauce is smooth and thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the bowl from the heat and add the whisky and water and whisk until just smooth. Keep the sauce warm while the salmon is cooking.
4
Brush the salmon with olive oil and transfer it to the prepared grill rack over direct heat. Grill until just cook through, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer the fillets to serving plates and serve with the whisky sauce on the side.

581

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 4 (8-ounce) salmon fillets, preferably sockeye or king salmon, 2 tablespoons salt, 4 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 tablespoons grated orange zest, and more.

Yes, Cook The Book: Salmon With Scotch Whisky Sauce 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.

Cook The Book: Salmon With Scotch Whisky Sauce

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