Whole Poached Salmon with Creamy Ravigote Sauce

Name: Whole Poached Salmon with Creamy Ravigote Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups water; 1 cup chopped onions; 3/4 cup sliced leeks; 1/2 cup chopped carrots; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 2 garlic cloves, sliced; 5 thyme sprigs; 5 parsley sprigs; 2 bay leaves; 3 cups dry white wine; 10 peppercorns; 1 ( 4 to 5 pound) whole line caught Alaskan salmon, scaled and gutted; Creamy Ravigote, recipe follows; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 large egg yolk; 1 large egg; 2 cups vegetable oil; 2 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons minced red onions; 2 tablespoons capers, drained and coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup freshly ground white pepper

Servings: persons

5 cups water
1 cup chopped onions
3/4 cup sliced leeks
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, sliced
5 thyme sprigs
5 parsley sprigs
2 bay leaves
3 cups dry white wine
10 peppercorns
1 ( 4 to 5 pound) whole line caught Alaskan salmon, scaled and gutted
Creamy Ravigote, recipe follows
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 large egg yolk
1 large egg
2 cups vegetable oil
2 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced red onions
2 tablespoons capers, drained and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup freshly ground white pepper

1
In a large fish poacher, combine the water, onions, leeks, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, parsley, bay leaves, and peppercorns.
2
Bring to a simmer and simmer for 15 minutes.
3
Add the wine and return to a simmer.
4
Add the salmon and cook gently for 5 minutes.
5
Remove from the heat and allow to cool in the poaching liquid.
6
Lift the salmon out of the poaching liquid and place on a platter.
7
Peel back the skin and remove.
8
Plate with fresh herbs and Creamy Ravigote.
9
Combine the mustard, egg yolk, and whole egg in the bowl of a food processor, and process on high speed.
10
With the machine running, add the oil in a thin stream, until the mixture thickens.
11
Transfer to a bowl.
12
Using a spoon, force the egg through a coarse sieve into the bowl.
13
Fold in the remaining ingredients.
14
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

1632

kcal

Calories

137

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups water, 1 cup chopped onions, 3/4 cup sliced leeks, 1/2 cup chopped carrots, and more.

Yes, Whole Poached Salmon with Creamy Ravigote 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!