Tahini Honey Poached Salmon
Delicately poached salmon infused with a creamy tahini and sweet honey sauce, offering a rich and nutritious dish perfect for a wholesome dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Poached
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a shallow pan, combine tahini, honey, vegetable broth, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil. Whisk until smooth.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place the salmon fillets into the pan with the sauce, skin side down if skin is on.
- Heat the pan over medium-low heat and cover.
- Allow the salmon to poach gently for about 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Carefully remove the salmon and place on serving plates.
- Increase heat and simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly, if desired.
- Pour the sauce over the salmon fillets and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh cucumber salad for a refreshing contrast.
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