Ep 19. Salmon
- G
- January 15, 2000
- 24 min
Julia & Jacques Cooking at Home is a cooking show featuring Julia Child and Jacques Pepin. In season one, episode 19, the duo tackles the subject of salmon.
The episode begins with Julia and Jacques discussing the different types of salmon and their various preparations. Jacques demonstrates how to fillet a salmon while Julia shares her knowledge on the best ways to prepare the fish.
Next, both chefs create their own unique salmon dishes. Jacques crafts a salmon tartare with a ginger soy dressing, while Julia prepares a salmon soufflé with a creamy sauce.
During the cooking process, Julia and Jacques share their tips and tricks for cooking salmon to perfection. They stress the importance of not overcooking the fish and recommend varying cooking methods such as poaching and grilling.
The episode also features a segment on the health benefits of salmon. Julia and Jacques discuss the nutritional value of the fish and how it can be incorporated into a healthy diet.
At the end of the show, Julia and Jacques sit down to enjoy their salmon creations and discuss the various flavors and textures they achieved. Overall, the episode showcases the versatility of salmon and provides viewers with valuable tips for cooking this popular fish.