POACHED SALMON WITH VODKA SAUCE

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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

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

Steps:

  • Wash salmon thoroughly. Sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Place stock, vermouth and juices in fish poacher or steamer on stovetop.
  • On poacher's rack, arrange scallions as a bed. Stuff salmon with as much parsley and dill as will fit in cavity and place fish on scallions. 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.
  • Take fish out of poacher and remove skin with fingers; it comes off easily while salmon is warm. Place salmon on warmed serving platter and keep warm.
  • Pour cooking liquid into small saucepan. Add vodka and bring to boil; reduce to 1/2 cup. Whisk in butter, little by little, until mixture thickens a little.
  • Arrange cooked asparagus around salmon and bring whole to the table. To serve, remove head and tail. Cut lengthwise near backbone; remove bone. Cut into portions and serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 644, UnsaturatedFat 20 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 51 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 1188 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Luester Blue
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This is my new favorite salmon recipe! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the vodka sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rupa Akther
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the vodka sauce was a hit.


from unlimited
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the vodka sauce was creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Pinney Perret
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The salmon was cooked perfectly and the vodka sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Stinson Adair
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this salmon dish was amazing! The vodka sauce was creamy and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the salmon.


Paul Mickey
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This recipe was a disaster! The salmon was overcooked and the vodka sauce was curdled. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


kiarie kevin
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The salmon was a bit bland, but the vodka sauce was delicious. I'll try adding more seasoning to the salmon next time.


Paulus Stefanus
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This recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover! The salmon was cooked to perfection and the vodka sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Binyameen jutt
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salmon came out overcooked. I'm not sure what went wrong.


sohaib rind
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the vodka sauce was creamy and delicious.


Axelus765
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I'm not a fan of vodka sauce, but this recipe changed my mind. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the salmon.


TOusef Ahmad
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This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was cooked perfectly and the vodka sauce was amazing. I served it over pasta and it was a hit with my family.


imran Luck
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The salmon was a bit dry, but the vodka sauce was delicious. I'll try cooking the salmon for less time next time.


Mia Carrizo
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I loved this recipe! The salmon was moist and flavorful, and the vodka sauce was creamy and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Urwa Malik
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This dish was a disappointment. The salmon was overcooked and the vodka sauce was bland.


xX Tea Xx
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The sauce was a bit too thick for my taste, but the salmon was cooked perfectly. I'll try thinning the sauce next time.


Naresh Yadav
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the vodka sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Aaron Jimenez
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but this dish changed my mind! The salmon was tender and flaky, and the vodka sauce was creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Barbara Kissiwaa
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The sauce was a bit tangy for my taste, but the salmon was cooked perfectly. Overall, it was a good dish.


Wade Parker
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This salmon dish was a hit with my family! The vodka sauce added a unique and flavorful twist to the classic poached salmon. We'll definitely be making this again.