Poached Fish With Herbs And White Wine

Ingredients

• 1 thick layer sliced carrots
• 1 thick layer sliced onions
• 1 sliced lemon
• Fresh parsley
• Fresh thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 6 whole peppercorns
• 3-4 whole cloves
• Equal parts cold water and white wine (or water with lemon juice or vinegar)

Method

1. 1 Line the bottom of a fish kettle with a thick layer of sliced carrots, onions, and sliced lemon.
2. 2 Season the vegetables with parsley, thyme, a bay leaf, 6 whole peppercorns, and 3-4 whole cloves.
3. 3 Place the fish on top of the vegetable bed.
4. 4 Cover the fish with equal parts cold water and white wine, or water with lemon juice or vinegar.
5. 5 Heat the kettle slowly over the fire. Ensure the fish is added while the liquid is cold.
6. 6 Once the liquid boils, allow the fish to cool in the water before removing.