How to Poach Salmon

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Gather your ingredients.

   Here's what you'll need to make a simple poached salmon: 1 1/2 lbs. salmon 1 chopped sweet onion 1/2 cup dry white wine Salt to taste Pepper to taste
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   Step 2: Simmer the onion

   Place one diced sweet onion, 1/2 cup of dry white wine, and 1 cup of water in a skillet over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. , of salmon steaks in the frying pan.
   
   Add additional water if necessary so the salmon is submerged about halfway.
   
   Reduce the heat so the liquid is barely simmering. , Cook the other side for an additional 4-5 minutes.
   
   If the salmon steaks are thin--between 1/2 and 1/3 inch--cooking time will be faster on each side, for about 3-4 minutes.
   
   Thicker steaks--1 to 1 1/2 inches--will take 8 to 12 minutes. , Use a slotted spatula to do this carefully.
   
   Season the salmon to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
   
   Serve it while it's hot.
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   Step 3: white wine

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   Step 4: and water in a skillet.

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   Step 5: Place 1 1/2 lbs.

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   Step 6: Cook the salmon steaks for about 4 minutes and then flip them over.

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   Step 7: Remove the salmon steaks from the pan.

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