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Salmon with Lentils and Mustard-Herb Butter (Saumon aux Lentilles)

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Salmon with Lentils and Mustard-Herb Butter (Saumon aux Lentilles)

Salmon with Lentils and Mustard-Herb Butter (Saumon aux Lentilles)

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Equipment

  • - Kitchen Knife (7-Inch Fixed Blade): Essential for cutting ingredients like salmon and herbs.

  • - Mandoline Slicer: Ideal for slicing vegetables or fruits that might accompany the dish.

  • - Cutting Board (Glass): Suitable for safely cutting both meat and fish without contaminating surfaces.

  • - Mixing Bowls Set (3-Piece): Useful for mixing ingredients such as lentils, butter mixtures, or marinades.

  • - Nonstick Skillet (12 inches): Perfect for cooking salmon to a crispy finish while avoiding sticking.

  • - Microwave-Safe Dish: Useful for microwaving components like precooked lentils or butter mixes.

  • - Digital Food Scale (10-Lb): Ensures precise ingredient measurement for balanced flavors in delicate dishes.

  • - Digital Kitchen Timer: Indispensable tool to ensure perfect cooking of meal elements.

  • - Mixing Spoon Set (4-Piece): Useful for stirring and combining ingredients, handy with butter or sauces.

  • - Meat Thermometer: Valuable tool to ensure fish is cooked safely at the right temperature.

  • - Glass Measuring Cup (1-Cup): Used for accurately measuring liquid ingredients like lentil broth or herb butter components.

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives

  • 1 teaspoon chopped tarragon

  • 2 teaspoons grainy mustard

  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1 cup French green lentils

  • 4 cups water

  • 2 medium leeks (white and pale green parts only)

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

  • 1/2 to 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  • 4 (6-ounce) pieces skinless salmon fillet

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Stir together all ingredients with 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
2

Instruction 2

Bring lentils, water, and 3/4 teaspoon salt to a boil in a heavy medium saucepan, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until lentils are just tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid, then drain lentils.
3

Instruction 3

While lentils cook, chop leeks, then wash . Cook leeks in butter in a heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
4

Instruction 4

Add lentils with reserved cooking liquid to leeks along with 3 tablespoons mustard-herb butter and cook, stirring, until lentils are heated through and butter is melted. Add lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and keep warm, covered.
5

Instruction 5

Pat salmon dry and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper (total).
6

Instruction 6

Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides, then sauté salmon, turning once, until golden and just cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes total.
7

Instruction 7

Serve salmon, topped with remaining mustard-herb butter, over lentils.
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