Once you have perfectly poached salmon, you can use it in salads ... Add 1 1/2 teaspoon salt and three tablespoons white wine vinegar. Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium.

In addition to perfectly poached eggs ... composition of vinegar and white wine for some acid. Acidity is vital because it ...

Place a medium pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons chopped tarragon, shallot, tomato, white wine, anchovies ... As potatoes cook, prepare salmon.

Pour over the white wine and lemon juice ... If you want to get ahead, the salmon can be poached up to 8 hours in advance, and the dressing can be made up to a week in advance.