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Easy Elegant Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict Recipe for Two Perfect Brunch

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A quick and elegant brunch recipe featuring poached eggs atop toasted English muffins with silky smoked salmon and creamy hollandaise sauce, perfect for two.

Ingredients

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  • 2 whole English muffins, split and toasted
  • 4 ounces (115 grams) thinly sliced cold-smoked salmon
  • 4 large fresh eggs, room temperature, for poaching
  • 4 tablespoons (60 grams) unsalted butter, melted, for hollandaise sauce
  • 3 large egg yolks, room temperature, separated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar, for poaching water
  • Salt and white pepper, to taste
  • Fresh dill or chives, finely chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast the English muffins until golden and crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside on warm plates.
  2. Fill a medium saucepan with about 3 inches (7.5 cm) of water. Add 1 tablespoon white vinegar and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. Crack each egg into a small bowl or cup. Swirl the simmering water gently, then slide eggs in one at a time. Poach for 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny. Use a slotted spoon to lift eggs carefully and drain on a paper towel.
  4. In a heatproof bowl or small saucepan over barely simmering water, whisk 3 egg yolks with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice until light and frothy (about 2 minutes). Slowly drizzle in 4 tablespoons melted butter while whisking constantly to emulsify. The sauce should thicken and become glossy. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. If it gets too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to loosen.
  5. Place toasted muffin halves on plates. Lay slices of smoked salmon evenly over muffins, then gently nestle a poached egg on top of each. Spoon hollandaise sauce generously over the eggs.
  6. Sprinkle finely chopped fresh dill or chives over the top for a burst of color and flavor. Serve immediately while everything is warm and inviting.

Notes

Use room temperature egg yolks and warm melted butter for smooth hollandaise. If hollandaise breaks, whisk in a teaspoon of hot water to bring it back. Keep poaching water at a gentle simmer to avoid breaking eggs. Fresh eggs poach best. For gluten-free, substitute English muffins with gluten-free bread or sweet potato rounds. Add avocado slices for a creamy twist.

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