For a richer flavor, use full-fat sour cream. Feel free to add a splash of white wine to the poaching liquid for added depth. If you don't have garden cress, you can substitute with other fresh herbs like chives or parsley.
Elevate your pasta night with this luxurious dish featuring flaky salmon, perfectly cooked pasta, and a vibrant dill-infused sour cream sauce. A delightful combination of fresh flavors and textures that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the salmon poaching liquid. In a large frying pan, pour in enough water to cover the salmon. Add half of the chopped dill and the lemon juice. Season generously with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Gently place the salmon fillet, skin-side up, into the simmering poaching liquid. Poach over medium-high heat, flipping carefully after about 5 minutes (remove the skin at this point), until the salmon flakes easily with a fork, about 5 more minutes. Remove the salmon from the pan and set aside in a shallow bowl.
In a separate pan, heat olive oil over medium to medium-high heat. Add the minced shallots and green beans. Sauté until the shallots are softened and lightly browned and the green beans are tender-crisp, 8 to 10 minutes.
Strain about 1/4 cup of the salmon poaching liquid into a saucepan. Add the sour cream and the remaining chopped dill. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce is warmed through and well combined. Do not boil.
Add the cooked pasta to the saucepan with the dill sour cream sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
To serve, divide the pasta among serving plates. Top with chunks of the poached salmon and a generous portion of the sautéed green bean mixture. Sprinkle with fresh garden cress. Serve immediately.
For a richer flavor, use full-fat sour cream. Feel free to add a splash of white wine to the poaching liquid for added depth. If you don't have garden cress, you can substitute with other fresh herbs like chives or parsley.