Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon
Classic Eggs Benedict with delicate smoked salmon and hollandaise sauce — a restaurant-style version adapted for home cooking.
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Ingredients
Main:
- •eggs - 4 pcs
- •smoked salmon (light/medium salt) - 150 g
- •English muffins or baguette - 2 pcs
- •butter - 20 g
- •white wine vinegar - 1 tbsp
- •fresh parsley or dill - 1 tbsp
Spices & Seasonings:
- •egg yolks (for hollandaise) - 2 pcs
- •butter (for hollandaise) - 80 g
- •lemon juice - 1 tbsp
- •salt - to taste pinch
- •white ground pepper or black pepper - to taste pinch
- •mustard (optional, for hollandaise) - 1/4 tsp
Instructions
Toasting the muffins
Slice the English muffins in half. In a skillet, melt 20 g butter over medium heat and toast the cut sides until golden (2–3 minutes). Keep warm.
Making the hollandaise (bain-marie method)
In a bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water (bain-marie), whisk 2 egg yolks with 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1/4 tsp mustard until smooth. Ensure the bowl bottom does not touch the water. Gradually, in a thin stream, pour in 80 g warm melted butter, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens and becomes silky. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm (you can place the bowl over warm — not hot — water).
Poaching the eggs
Pour water into a wide shallow saucepan and heat to a gentle simmer (small bubbles at the edge). Add 1 tbsp white wine vinegar. Reduce heat to a near-simmer. Crack each egg into a small cup, then gently slip into the water to form a poach. Cook 3–3.5 minutes for a soft yolk. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel.
Assembling the dish
On each toasted muffin half place 1–2 slices of smoked salmon, then gently top with one poached egg. Spoon warm hollandaise over the top. Sprinkle with finely chopped parsley or dill and add a pinch of pepper if desired.
Serving
Arrange on plates and, if desired, serve with a light green salad dressed with lemon, or slices of avocado.
When to Eat
Best served for breakfast or late breakfast (brunch).
Health Benefits
High in protein and healthy fats from salmon; a satisfying and nutritious option.
Warnings
Contains eggs, fish, and dairy. Monitor ingredient freshness.
Serve With
Light green salad, roasted/grilled tomatoes, avocado slices, or crispy potato wedges.
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