Perfectly Poached Fish
Delicate, flavorful, and impossibly tender, "Perfectly Poached Fish" is the ultimate healthy-meets-gourmet recipe. This dish features fresh white fish fillets gently poached in an aromatic broth made with white wine or fish stock, lemon slices, fresh dill, thyme, garlic, and black peppercorns—ensuring every bite is infused with subtle, bright, and herbaceous flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, including prep time, this foolproof technique delivers moist, flaky fish that pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a crisp garden salad. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing a quick weeknight meal, this easy poached fish recipe brings elegance to your table with minimal effort. Perfect for anyone seeking a light yet satisfying seafood dish, this recipe is a must-try for healthy cooking enthusiasts and pescatarians alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fresh white fish fillets (such as cod, halibut, or tilapia)
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup White wine or fish stock
- 1 whole Lemon, thinly sliced
- 3 sprigs Fresh dill sprigs
- 3 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 cloves Garlic, smashed
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a large, shallow pan or skillet, combine water and white wine (or fish stock) and heat over medium heat until just simmering.
Add the lemon slices, dill sprigs, thyme sprigs, smashed garlic cloves, black peppercorns, and salt to the pan. Allow the aromatics to simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse their flavors into the liquid.
Meanwhile, season the fish fillets lightly with a pinch of salt on each side.
Carefully add the fish fillets to the pan, making sure they are fully submerged in the poaching liquid. If necessary, add more water to cover the fish.
Reduce the heat to low, ensuring the liquid stays at a gentle simmer but does not boil, as boiling can make the fish tough.
Cover the pan with a lid and poach the fish for about 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the fish from the liquid with a slotted spatula and serve immediately. Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired.
Pair the poached fish with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 2767 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 121.9 g | 244% | |
| Vitamin D | 30.0 mcg | 150% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2140 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
