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Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict Recipe

Enjoy your delicious homemade Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 medium saucepan
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 slotted spoon
  • 1 toasting device toaster or broiler
  • 2 serving plates

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 pieces English muffins, split
  • 4 ounces smoked salmon
  • 1 whole avocado, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh dill or chives for garnish

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. In a mixing bowl, whisk together egg yolks, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Gradually add the melted butter to the egg mixture while whisking continuously until thickened. Set aside but keep warm.
  • Fill a medium saucepan with water and add the white wine vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide them into the simmering water. Poach for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are firm but the yolks are still runny. Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the eggs and drain on a paper towel.
  • While the eggs are poaching, toast the English muffins until golden brown.
  • On each toasted English muffin half, layer slices of avocado and a portion of smoked salmon. Place a poached egg on top of each.
  • Generously drizzle the warm Hollandaise sauce over each poached egg.
  • Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, and garnish with fresh dill or chives if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider adding a dash of hot sauce to the Hollandaise.
You can replace avocado with sautéed spinach for a different texture.
Ensure that your poached eggs are done to your liking; adjust cooking time if you prefer firmer yolks.