Hooked on fish: delicious ways to add low-fat protein to your diet - Recipe

Better Nutrition, April, 2002 by Lisa Turner

Lemon, Rosemary and Garlic
Poached Salmon

SERVES 4    20 MINUTES OR LESS

1 medium lemon
1 Tbs. olive oil
2 1-lb. wild Alaskan salmon fillets
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup water
Fresh rosemary sprigs

Cut lemon in half, then cut half of lemon into thin slices. Set aside.

Heat oil in medium skillet, and place salmon steaks in skillet, skin side up. Sear for 1 minute, or until lightly browned. Flip fish, turning skin side down. Squeeze lemon half over fish, and sprinkle with garlic and rosemary. Place lemon slices on top of fish. Add white wine and water to pan, cover, and poach just until done, about 10 minutes.

Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cut each fillet in half, and serve hot, garnished with fresh rosemary sprigs.