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Braised Salmon with Leeks

From Chef Cindy's Cards
Recipe Category All Recipes, Main Dishes
Author Christine Andrew

Ingredients

  • 2 medium leeks, cut lengthwise
  • 4 medium cloves garlic, chopped fine
  • 3/4 cup chicken stock
  • 2 T. fresh lemon juice
  • 2 T. fresh chopped tarragon
  • 1 1/2 lbs "Wild" salmon fillet, cut into 8 pieces, skin and bones removed
  • salt and white pepper to taste

Side dish:

  • Brown Rice
  • chicken stock
  • Chopped Carrots: chopped
  • Chopped Celery: chopped
  • Onions: chopped
  • Mushrooms: sliced

Instructions

  • Cut off green tops of leeks and remove outer tough leaves.
  • Cut off root and cut leeks in half lengthwise.
  • Fan out the leeks and rinse well under running water.
  • Cut leeks into very thin strips (chiffonade cut) Sauté leeks over medium heat in broth for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
  • Add lemon juice and simmer for another 5 minutes, covered, stirring occasionally.
  • Rub salmon with fresh lemon juice, salt and white pepper.
  • Stir fresh tarragon, salt, and pepper into leeks, and place salmon on top of leeks.
  • Simmer for about 3-4 minutes, covered, or until salmon is pink inside.
  • Serve leeks topped with salmon and drizzle with juice.
  • Saute carrots, celery and mushrooms in medium saucepan.
  • Add chicken stock and brown rice. Cook until tender.