Salmon in whisky butter sauce recipe

Salmon in Whisky Butter Sauce recipe

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About this recipe

In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
Introducing the delectable "Salmon in Whisky Butter Sauce" recipe. This mouthwatering dish combines tender salmon fillets with a rich and flavorful whisky-infused butter sauce. With just a handful of ingredients and a simple preparation process, this recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced cooks alike. The combination of the smoky whisky and creamy butter creates a luscious sauce that beautifully complements the delicate flavor of the salmon. Get ready to impress your guests with this elegant and indulgent seafood dish.

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salmon in whisky butter sauce recipe details

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Ingredients

6	salmon steaks
	For the poaching liquor:
150 ml	Scotch whisky
150 ml	water
8	whole peppercorns
3	bay leaves
1 medium	carrot, diced
1 medium	onion, finely chopped
3 tbsp	fresh lemon juice
½ tsp	thyme
	salt and pepper
	For the whisky butter sauce
3 large	egg yolks
1 tbsp	fresh lemon juice
125 g	butter
3 tbsp	Scotch whisky
3 tbsp	of the poaching liquor

Instructions

Place all the poaching ingredients into a large pan and gently poach the salmon for 7-10 minutes until cooked as wished. Strain and reserve the poaching liquid. Place the salmon on a warmed serving plate, cover it and keep hot.

Sauce:
Whisk together the egg yolks an lemon juice. Place in a heatproof bowl and place over a pan of hot, not boiling, water on a low heat. Whisk until the mixture thickens. Gradually stir in the butter, allowing each amount to melt before adding the next. If lumps start to appear, add a teaspoon of cold water before proceeding. Once all the butter has been added and the sauce is of the required thickness, remove from the heat and add the whisky and the poaching liquid.

Pour the sauce over the salmon and serve immediately with fresh vegetables.

About the recipe:
Although not obvious, there is a connection; both owe their existence to the water qualities of Scottish rivers.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a