Poached Salmon With Vodka Sauce Recipe

Name: Poached Salmon With Vodka Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds whole salmon with head and tail; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 cups fish stock; 1/2 cup dry vermouth; Juice of one small lemon; Juice of one orange; 2 bunches scallions, washed and trimmed; 1 bunch parsley, washed; 1 bunch dill, washed and trimmed; 1/4 cup vodka; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; Steamed asparagus

Servings: persons

2 pounds whole salmon with head and tail
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups fish stock
1/2 cup dry vermouth
Juice of one small lemon
Juice of one orange
2 bunches scallions, washed and trimmed
1 bunch parsley, washed
1 bunch dill, washed and trimmed
1/4 cup vodka
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Steamed asparagus

1
Wash salmon thoroughly.
2
Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper.
3
Place stock, vermouth and juices in fish poacher or steamer on stovetop.
4
On poacher's rack, arrange scallions as a bed.
5
Stuff salmon with as much parsley and dill as will fit in cavity and place fish on scallions.
6
Cover and bring liquid to boil; reduce heat immediately and simmer 20 to 25 minutes, until an instant read thermometer inserted into back of fish, parallel to backbone, reads 125 degrees.
7
Take fish out of poacher and remove skin with fingers; it comes off easily while salmon is warm.
8
Place salmon on warmed serving platter and keep warm.
9
Pour cooking liquid into small saucepan.
10
Add vodka and bring to boil; reduce to 1/2 cup.
11
Whisk in butter, little by little, until mixture thickens a little.
12
Arrange cooked asparagus around salmon and bring whole to the table.
13
To serve, remove head and tail.
14
Cut lengthwise near backbone; remove bone.
15
Cut into portions and serve with sauce.

538

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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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds whole salmon with head and tail, Salt and pepper to taste, 2 cups fish stock, 1/2 cup dry vermouth, and more.

Yes, Poached Salmon With Vodka 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.

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Poached Salmon With Vodka Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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