Poached Salmon Fillets with Dill Creme Fraiche

Name: Poached Salmon Fillets with Dill Creme Fraiche
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons chopped cornichons; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 cup creme fraiche or sour cream; 3 8-ounce bottles clam juice; 3 cups dry white wine; 10 whole peppercorns; 8 fresh dill sprigs; 6 lemon slices; 8 6- to 8-ounce salmon fillets; Butter lettuce, lemon slices and fresh dill sprigs

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons chopped cornichons
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
3 8-ounce bottles clam juice
3 cups dry white wine
10 whole peppercorns
8 fresh dill sprigs
6 lemon slices
8 6- to 8-ounce salmon fillets
Butter lettuce, lemon slices and fresh dill sprigs

1
Place cornichons, dill and juice in small bowl and stir to blend.
2
Add creme fraiche and stir gently just until combined; do not overmix or sauce will thin out.
3
Season with salt and pepper.
4
(Can be made 2 days ahead.
5
Cover; chill.)
6
Combine first 5 ingredients in large, deep skillet; bring to simmer over medium heat.
7
Simmer 5 minutes.
8
Reduce heat to medium-low.
9
Add half of salmon, cover and simmer until just cooked through, about 7 minutes.
10
Transfer to platter.
11
Repeat with remaining salmon.
12
Cover salmon; chill until cold.
13
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
14
Keep chilled.)
15
Line platter with lettuce.
16
Top with salmon.
17
Garnish with lemon slices and dill sprigs.
18
Serve with sauce.

673

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: 6 tablespoons chopped cornichons, 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 cup creme fraiche or sour cream, and more.

Yes, Poached Salmon Fillets with Dill Creme Fraiche 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!