Poached Salmon with Creme Fraiche, Peas and Broad Beans

 

Serves 4
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time" 30 mins

This is a perfect supper party dish and perfect served with creamy mashed potatoes and fresh brocolli

 

 

 

Ingredients:
 

• 1 -2 tbs olive oil

• 2 leeks, thinly sliced

• 250 ml / 9 fl oz fish stock

• 150g / 6 oz creme fraiche

• 150g / 6 oz frozen petit pois

• 150g / 6 oz frozen baby broad beans

• 4 skinless salmon fillets

• Sea Salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

Method
 

1. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and add the leeks.  Cook these gently for 5 - 10 mins until softened, but not browned.
    

2. Add the creme fraiche and a modest amount of seasoning.   Cook for about a minute.
    

3. Nestle the salmon fillets in the juices, cover with a lid and cook for about 12 minutes.
    

4. Now add the frozen vegetables and spoon these well into the creamy mixture and leave to stand for up to half an hour, if desired.
    

5. Just warm through immediately before serving.
   
    

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