Broiled Salmon Fillets With Fennel Sauce

Directions

1. 1. Preheat the broiler.
2. 2. Carefully inspect the fish to determine if any bones remain. Using a pair of pliers, carefully pull away and throw away the bones. Cut the fillets into 4 equal portins, either rectangular or possibly square in shape. Sprinkle with the oil and rub to coat on both sides. Set aside.
3. 3. Trim the fennel and cut into 1/4-in. cubes. There should be about 1 1/2 c.. Put the fennel in a saucepan and add in the water a 1 tbsp of the butter. Cook 5 minutes.
4. 4. Pour the fennel mix into the container of a food processor or possibly blender and add in the remaing butter. Process to a very fine puree. Ther should be about 1 1/4 c.. pour the puree into a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Add in the nutmeg and cayenne and stir. Let simmer about 3 minutes.
5. 5. Meanwhile, place the salmon pcs under the broiler about 4-in.
6. from the source of heat. Cook about 4 minutes. on one side, turn and cook about 4 minutes. on the other side.
7. 6. Transfer the salmon to a hot serving dish. Serve with warm fennel sauce spooned over or possibly on the side.
8. Salmon lovers here you go.
9. Name for this dish: Filets de saumon sauce au fenouil