Poach a Fish

Looking for a low fat, healthy meal? One that's quick to make? Poaching fish is a basic cooking skill that offers healthy results. Enjoy!!!

Easy Poached Fish

 * Fish, gutted and cleaned


 * 1) Place fish in a shallow skillet or frying pan.
 * 2) Cover with salted water or wine. You could also use milk. Add just enough liquid to cover the fish.
 * 3)  Cover pan with lid.
 * 4) Cook until the fish is done. The fish should look opaque and flake when cooked until done.

Oven Poached Fish

 * Fish, gutted and cleaned


 * 1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
 * 2)  Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
 * 3) Add poaching liquid to baking dish. Heat until the liquid, on the stove top,  just until the poaching liquid starts to bubble.
 * 4) Place baking dish in oven.
 * 5) Bake until the fish is translucent and flakes easily.

Note Use a baking dish that is capable both direct heat (stove top) and baking in the oven. Use old Corningware which says it is safe for stove top cooking or purchase something similar

Related Tips and Steps

 * How to Grill Fish
 * How to Bread Fish
 * How to Buy Fresh Fish

Sources and Citations

 * Fish of the Great Lakes
 * Way to Cook by Julia Child