Dad's Poached Salmon with Cucumber Sauce

1. 1

   Combine all poaching liquid ingredients in a medium saucepan.

2. 2

   Bring the poaching liquid to a very low simmer and cook 30 minutes.

3. 3

   Skim the top as needed to remove any foam from the surface.

4. 4

   Lay some cheesecloth over the top of the poaching liquid, making a bed for the fillets.

5. 5

   Submerge salmon in poaching liquid and cook for 8 to 10 minutes.

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   1 English cucumber, unpeeled, roughly chopped

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   Fronds from 1 bunch dill (about 1 cup)

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   1/2 small red onion

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   2 large lemons, juiced

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    1/3 cup mayonnaise

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    2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

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    1/3 cup yogurt

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    Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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    Combine first four ingredients in a blender and puree.

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    Gradually blend in mayonnaise, oil and yogurt and then season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

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    Serve poached salmon with side of sauce.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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