Braised Salmon with Leeks
- 2 medium leeks cut lengthwise
- 4 medium garlic cloves pressed
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian chicken broth, non-fat, low-sodium
- 1/2 cup vegetarian chicken broth, non-fat, low-sodium
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon tarragon leaves fresh and chopped
- 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets # cut into 8 pieces, skin and bones removed # salt and white pepper to taste
- Cut off root and cut leeks in half, lengthwise.
- Fan out the leeks and rinse well under running water, leaving them intact.
- Cut into 2 inch lengths.
- Now, holding the leek sections cut side up, cut lengthwise ending up with thin strips, known as chiffonade cut.
- Make sure slices are cut very thin.
- Healthy Saute leeks over medium heat in broth for about 5 minutes stirring frequently.
- Add garlic and saute for another minute.
- Add 1/2 cup broth, lemon juice and simmer for another 5 minutes, covered, stirring occassionally.
- Simmer for about 3 to 4 minutes, covered, or until salmon is pink inside.
- Time may vary a little depending on thickness of salmon.
- Serve leeks topped with salmon and drizzle with juice.
leeks, garlic, vegetarian chicken broth, vegetarian chicken broth, lemon juice fresh, tarragon, salmon fillets
Taken from recipeland.com/recipe/v/braised-salmon-leeks-49038 (may not work)