Poached Salmon with Beurre Blanc Recipe | James Beard Foundation

Poached Salmon with Beurre Blanc Recipe | James Beard Foundation

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Beurre blanc, a rich, butter-based sauce from France's Loire Valley, pairs excellently with fish, especially salmon.

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  • Stockpot
  • Saucepan
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  • Fork
  • Toothpick
  • Serving platter
  • Baking dish
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Stove

Ingredients

  • 3-pound piece filleted salmon
  • 2 pounds fish bones and heads
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 onion, stuck with cloves
  • 1 to 2 stalks celery
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon tarragon
  • 1/2 cup vinegar
  • 2 cups white wine or dry vermouth
  • 1/4 cup white wine
  • 1/4 cup wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon chopped shallots or onions
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 sticks chilled butter, cut into 24 pieces

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