We've a friend whose husband owns a fishing boat in Alaska - she visited recently and brought a freezer pack full of goodies, including salmon. Tonight we wanted to enjoy one of the few remaining sunny and warm days so outdoor cooking was on the agenda - specifically, salmon poached in Champagne
The skin was removed as was the brown fat which tends to make fish smell and taste fishy
Ready to poach
The ingredients included Cooks sparkling wine, onions, dill, salt, and pepper. Of course, the cook needs a glass of red to enjoy
Once the salmon is added, the fish cooks quickly
Tilting the pan so that the poaching liquid washes over the fish
Time to plate - the salmon was perfectly cooked, moist and tender with plenty of flavor imparted by the sparkling wine and seasonings