Salmon And Whiskey Sauce Recipe

Name: Salmon And Whiskey Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Main Ingredient; six salmon steak; Ingredients for poaching; 2/3 cup Scotch whisky; 2/3 cup water; 8 black peppercorns; 3 bay leaves; 1 chopped carrot; 1 finely chopped onion; 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon thyme; salt and pepper; Ingredients for whisky butter sauce; 3 egg yolks; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/2 cup butter; 3 tablespoons Scotch whisky; 3 tablespoons poaching liquid

Servings: persons

Main Ingredient
six salmon steak
Ingredients for poaching
2/3 cup Scotch whisky
2/3 cup water
8 black peppercorns
3 bay leaves
1 chopped carrot
1 finely chopped onion
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon thyme
salt and pepper
Ingredients for whisky butter sauce
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup butter
3 tablespoons Scotch whisky
3 tablespoons poaching liquid

1
Place all the ingredients for the poaching liquid in a pan and gently poach the salmon for 7-10 minutes or until the fish is cooked. Strain and reserve the poaching liquid.
2
Place the salmon on a warm serving plate, cover and keep hot.
3
Make the butter sauce by whisking the egg yolks and lemon juice together. Place in a heat-proof bowl and set over a pan of hot but not boiling water on a very low heat. Whisk until the mixture begins to thicken. Stir in the butter gradually, allowing a small amount to melt at a time. If any lumps appear in the mixture, remove the bowl from the heat and add a teaspoon of cold water before placing back on the heat.
4
Once all the butter has been mixed in and the sauce is to the required thickness, remove from the heat and add in the three tablespoons of whisky and the three tablespoons of poaching liquid. Pour over the salmon and serve with fresh vegetables.

398

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Protein

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Main Ingredient, six salmon steak, Ingredients for poaching, 2/3 cup Scotch whisky, and more.

Yes, Salmon And Whiskey 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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Salmon And Whiskey Sauce

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