It results in perfectly cooked fish every single time.

My clients were clamoring forsalmon dishesone couple wanted to eat it almost every night.

Its ideal for making cooked salmon for other recipes, as I did for my clients.

Julia Child cut out next to a photo of poached salmon

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Its a foolproof meal prep item, especially in the summer.

It seems like a lot, but you must maintain the temperature once you add the salmon.

Add 1 1/2 teaspoon salt and three tablespoons white wine vinegar.

Bowl of poached salmon

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Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium.

Its better to poach too slowly than too quickly.

Julia recommends two to three minutes for sole, for example.

poached salmon covered in tzatziki

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For the cucumber sauce:

Prep this sauce before poaching the fishit makes plenty for eight fillets.

Stir together all ingredients in a medium bowl and reserve.

The fish can be served warm or cold, with the sauce spooned on top.