
A historical main dish from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Cut one and one-half pounds of salmon into pieces one inch square
Put the pieces in a stewpan
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Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Cutting salmon into uniform one-inch pieces ensures even cooking throughout, preventing the exterior from overcooking while the center reaches doneness. The stewpan method—essentially gentle poaching or braising—keeps the delicate fish moist by surrounding it with liquid, which transfers heat more gently than direct dry heat. This low-and-slow approach prevents the proteins from seizing and squeezing out moisture, which would result in dry, chalky fish.
The salmon can be cut into 1-inch pieces up to 4 hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator on a plate lined with paper towels. However, salmon fricassee is best served immediately after cooking, as reheating will overcook the delicate fish.
Leftover salmon fricassee should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat very gently in a covered pan over low heat with a splash of liquid, just until warmed through (about 3-5 minutes), to avoid drying out the fish. Do not freeze, as salmon's texture deteriorates significantly when frozen after cooking.
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The salmon can be cut into 1-inch pieces up to 4 hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator on a plate lined with paper towels. However, salmon fricassee is best served immediately after cooking, as reheating will overcook the delicate fish.
Leftover salmon fricassee should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat very gently in a covered pan over low heat with a splash of liquid, just until warmed through (about 3-5 minutes), to avoid drying out the fish. Do not freeze, as salmon's texture deteriorates significantly when frozen after cooking.