Poached Fish Recipe

How to make it

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• Mince the onion (or shallots)
• Stem & wash the mushrooms, if using fresh, then coarsely chop.
• Cut fish into equal portions, if needed. They should fit comfortably into a large skillet.
• Melt 2T butter in large, preferably non-stick, skillet, over medium low heat
• Add onions when butter is foamy, stir 5-7 minutes, until soft.
• Season both sides of fish with salt & pepper
• Arrange fish in skillet, single layer
• Cook 1 - 2 minutes, then add mushrooms
• Add cider ( or wine ) and the brandy
• Increase heat to medium, medium high so bubbles appear at edges
• Cover, cook 8- 10 minutes
• Carefully remove fish to deep serving dish and keep warm
• Leave liquid in skillet
• Increase heat to medium high, if needed, cook liquid uncovered 2 - 3 minutes to reduce sauce. Add salt & pepper to taste.
• If you are using the creme fraiche, remove the skillet from heat add dthe creme fraiche and butter and stir till mixed.
• Spoon sauce over fish
• Enjoy.
• I like this with green beans and mashed potatoes.