Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb salmon fillet, about 1-inch inch thick
  • olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped shallots
  • 1/2 cup champagne
  • 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
  • 3 tablespoons sour cream
  • extra tarragon

Method

  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Paint each fillet on both sides with olive oil; salt and pepper.
  • Place on grill and cook for approximately 3-7 minutes on each side, depending on your choice of doneness.
  • Remove to heated platter and cover.
  • Heat 1 teas. olive oil in saute pan over medim heat; add shallots.
  • Saute about 1 1/2 minutes to soften.
  • Reduce heat to med-low.
  • Stir in Champagne, mustard, salt(if desired) and tarragon.
  • Blend well.
  • Remove from heat, stir in sour cream.
  • Place half of sauce on heated serving plate; top with salmon fillet and garnish with very light sprinkle of tarragon.
  • Serve.