Imagine a restaurant-quality meal that's both elegant and incredibly easy to prepare - our Poached Salmon in Tomato Garlic Broth is about to become your new culinary obsession! This mouthwatering recipe combines the delicate, tender texture of perfectly poached salmon with a vibrant, aromatic tomato garlic broth that will make your taste buds dance. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a gourmet weeknight meal, this dish promises to elevate your cooking game with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon fillets by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet or wide saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
- Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to slightly soften and release their juices.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. The liquid should be just bubbling, not rapidly boiling.
- Carefully place the seasoned salmon fillets into the simmering tomato garlic broth, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
- Cover the skillet and poach the salmon for 8-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the fish is opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
- Gently remove the salmon fillets using a slotted spatula and transfer to serving plates.
- Spoon the tomato garlic broth and whole cherry tomatoes over the salmon.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- Choose Fresh Salmon: Select high-quality, fresh salmon fillets with a bright color and firm texture for the best results.
- Pat Dry for Perfect Searing: Always pat your salmon fillets dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure better flavor absorption and prevent steaming.
- Watch Your Heat: Keep the broth at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil. Too high heat can make the salmon tough and rubbery.
- Don't Overcook: Salmon is best when it's still slightly translucent in the center. Aim for 8-10 minutes of poaching, depending on fillet thickness.
- Garnish Fresh: Add fresh basil leaves just before serving to maintain their bright color and aromatic flavor.
- Serve Immediately: Poached salmon is best enjoyed hot, straight from the pan, to preserve its delicate texture and temperature.
- Customize Your Broth: Feel free to experiment with herbs like thyme or rosemary to add extra depth to your tomato garlic broth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 95mg
