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Perfect Elegant Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon

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A quick and easy elegant brunch recipe featuring toasted English muffins topped with smoked salmon, perfectly poached eggs, and silky hollandaise sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 2 English muffins, split and toasted
  • 4 large eggs, fresh and preferably free-range (room temperature)
  • 4–6 slices smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and warm
  • 3 egg yolks (room temperature)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and white pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • Fresh dill or chives, finely chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Toast the English muffins until golden brown and crisp on the edges, about 3-4 minutes. Set aside on a warm plate.
  2. Fill a medium saucepan with about 3 inches of water, add 1 tablespoon white vinegar, and bring to a gentle simmer (around 180°F). Crack one large egg into a small bowl. Stir the water gently to create a slight whirlpool and carefully slide the egg into the center. Poach for 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk or up to 5 minutes for a firmer yolk. Use a slotted spoon to lift the egg, drain, and place it on a paper towel to remove excess water. Repeat for remaining eggs.
  3. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together 3 egg yolks, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard until combined. Place the bowl over simmering water (double boiler style), making sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup (115g) of warm melted unsalted butter while whisking constantly. Continue whisking until the sauce is thick and creamy, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. If the sauce gets too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm wat…
  4. On each toasted English muffin half, place a few slices of smoked salmon, then top with a poached egg. Spoon the warm hollandaise generously over the top. Garnish with freshly chopped dill or chives if desired.
  5. Serve immediately for the best balance of textures and temperatures.

Notes

Use fresh eggs for better poaching results. Keep water at a gentle simmer to avoid tough egg whites. Whisk hollandaise constantly to prevent curdling. Toast muffins well to prevent sogginess. For dairy-free hollandaise, substitute butter with dairy-free butter or olive oil.

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Keywords: eggs benedict, smoked salmon, brunch recipe, hollandaise sauce, poached eggs, easy brunch, elegant breakfast

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