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Perfect Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict Recipe with Easy Dill Hollandaise Sauce

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A fresh twist on classic Eggs Benedict featuring silky smoked salmon and a bright dill-infused hollandaise sauce, perfect for a special brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs (preferably organic, room temperature for easier poaching)
  • 2 English muffins, split and toasted
  • 6–8 oz smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar (for poaching eggs)
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted and warm
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and white pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast the English muffins until golden and crispy. Set aside warm.
  2. Fill a wide saucepan with about 3 inches of water, add 1 tablespoon white vinegar, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. Crack one egg into a small bowl, then gently slide it into the simmering water. Repeat with remaining eggs, poaching in batches if needed to avoid crowding.
  4. Cook each egg for 3-4 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny. Use a slotted spoon to remove eggs, letting excess water drip off.
  5. In a heatproof bowl set over (not touching) simmering water, whisk together 3 egg yolks and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until mixture thickens and lightens, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Slowly drizzle in warm melted butter while whisking constantly to emulsify. Remove from heat and stir in chopped dill, a pinch of cayenne, salt, and white pepper to taste. Keep warm.
  7. Place toasted English muffin halves on plates. Layer smoked salmon slices evenly on each muffin half.
  8. Top each with a poached egg. Spoon warm dill hollandaise generously over the top.
  9. Garnish with extra dill sprigs if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for easier poaching. If hollandaise sauce separates, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to bring it back together. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter or olive oil. For gluten-free, replace English muffins with gluten-free bread or toasted potato slices.

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