In today’s episode, I’m showing you how to prepare a beautiful fish fillet (I’m using salmon, but any firm white fish works) using the classic combination of real Normandy cider, cream, and shallots.
This is a “no-fuss” weekday meal that is simple enough for anyone to master but tastes like it came straight from a French bistro. We’ll poach the fish to perfection in cider and then turn those incredible cooking juices into a velvety, rich cream sauce.
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https://www.thefrenchcookingacademy.com/recipes/fish-normandy-style
In this video, you’ll learn:
How to properly remove the skin from a fish fillet.
The “poaching and reduction” method for a perfect sauce.
Why cider is a fantastic alternative to white wine in French cooking.
Tips for serving a rustic, hearty meal that your friends and family will love.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction to Normandy Coastline Cooking
1:20 – Choosing your fish & key ingredients
2:22 – How to skin a fish fillet
3:37 – Prepping the baking dish & poaching
6:04 – Resting the fish
6:54 – Making the Normandy cream sauce
9:25 – Plating and serving suggestions
11:18 – Final thoughts & what’s coming next!
Next Episode Preview: Don’t miss the finale of our Normandy series where we’ll be making a spectacular Flambé Apple Tart with Calvados!
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Thanks for the recipe. Is the cider dry or sweet😊
Excellent fish, shallots and cider always in my kitchen however I have not made cream sauce for any fish dish so great to learn the technique and tips.
I save that salmon skin and put it in the air fryer (or even just a skillet) and cook until it is crispy. It makes the most heavenly salmon bacon.