Salmon with Juniper 

SERVES 4


INGREDIENTS

1 teasp Dried Green Peppercorns
1 teasp Juniper Berries
1 teasp Salt
4 Salmon Steaks or fillets, skinned
25g/1oz Unsalted Butter
8 tbsp Dry Vermouth
3 tbsp Double Cream

METHOD
  
1. Crush together the peppercorns, juniper berries and salt, using a pestle and mortar. Sprinkle over the salmon and press firmly to adhere.
 
2. Melt the butter in a frying pan over a medium heat and fry the seasoned fish for about 10 minutes for steaks, a little less for salmon fillets, turning once.
 
3. Lift the salmon on to a warm serving dish. Keep warm.
 
4. Deglaze the pan with the vermouth and let bubble for 2-3 minutes until syrupy. Stir in the cream and let bubble for 2 minutes. Spoon the sauce over the salmon and serve immediately.