Tahini Honey Poached Salmon
Delicately poached salmon glazed with a rich tahini and honey sauce, offering a creamy, naturally sweet, and nutritious meal perfect for a healthy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, combine tahini, honey, water, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil. Whisk until smooth.
- Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place the skillet over medium heat and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
- Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, spooning some sauce over them.
- Cover and poach the salmon gently for about 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove salmon from the skillet and place on serving plates.
- Drizzle remaining tahini honey sauce over the salmon and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a more vibrant flavor, serve the salmon with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.
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