Salmon Braised With Fennel And Apple Recipe

Name: Salmon Braised With Fennel And Apple
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: flour (for dredging); salt and pepper; 4 salmon steaks, about 3/4-inch thick; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 large granny smith apples or 1 large winesap apple, peeled, cored and thinly sliced; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 2 ribs fennel, thinly sliced; 3/4 cup vegetable broth; 1/2 cup apple cider; 1/2 lemon, juice of

Servings: persons

flour (for dredging)
salt and pepper
4 salmon steaks, about 3/4-inch thick
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 large granny smith apples or 1 large winesap apple, peeled, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 ribs fennel, thinly sliced
3/4 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup apple cider
1/2 lemon, juice of

1
Season the flour with salt and pepper, and dredge the salmon steaks on both sides, patting off any excess flour mixture.
2
In a deep skillet, heat half the olive oil until bubbling. Brown salmon pieces on both sides over high heat. Remove to a plate and keep warm.
3
Add the onion and the remaining oil to the pan, and cook over medium heat until lightly browned. Add the apple slices, sugar and fennel. Cook until lightly browned, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add the broth and cider; heat to a simmer.
4
Return the salmon to the pan along with any juices that have collected on the plate. Cover and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until the salmon flakes when lightly pressed.
5
Lift the fish from the pan with a slotted spatula and place on a platter. Surround with the apples and fennel.
6
If the liquid in the pan is too thin, reduce for several minutes to thicken. Add the lemon juice and pour over the fish.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: flour (for dredging), salt and pepper, 4 salmon steaks, about 3/4-inch thick, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Salmon Braised With Fennel And Apple 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 Braised With Fennel And Apple

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