It’s time to break free from unhealthy eating habits and indulge in the goodness of this Keto Poached Salmon!
This mouth-watering recipe ticks all the boxes – healthy, keto-friendly, gluten-free, delicious, and above all, very easy to make. It is a fragrant dish with celery leaves, fennel seed, garlic, and thyme that perfectly complements our succulent salmon.
Savor every bite guilt-free – this main dish will give you a major flavor without adding on major calories. So why wait? Give your taste buds a reason to smile today with our Keto Poached Salmon!
- Preparation time 10 minutes
- Cooking time 10 minutes
- Serves 4 hungry people 🙂
Keto Poached Salmon Ingredients
- 3-4 salmon fillets (4-6 oz), skinned
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 1/2 cups broth of your choice
- 1/2 onion, halved
- 1/3 cup fresh celery leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon fennel seed
- 8 sprigs of thyme
- Lemon for garnish and to squeeze on fish
Directions
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- Add the oil and saute the garlic in a large skillet on medium heat.
- Pour in the broth and add all the remaining ingredients (thyme, garlic, onion…).
- Bring it to a simmer.
- Put the salmon (skinned side down) into the poaching liquid.
- Place some of the celery leaves on top of the salmon.
- Cover and cook for 5-10 minutes (depending on the thickness) or to the desired doneness.
- Be careful not to overcook.
- Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice over the fish before serving and a side of veggies of your choice.
- Add low-carb veggies, my family loves asparagus 🙂
- Enjoy your nutritious dinner!
