A historical main dish from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). Boil fish slowly until done
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Slice one onion and put in kettle with enough water to boil fish
add one tablespoonful butter, twelve peppercorns, twelve whole allspice, three or four small bay leaves, a little salt
boil till onions are done
strain and thicken with a tablespoonful of flour mixed smooth with a little water
boil fish slowly until done
add chopped parsley
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Poaching fish in a court bouillon (aromatic broth) gently cooks the delicate protein at temperatures below 212°F, preventing the muscle fibers from contracting violently and squeezing out moisture. The aromatics infuse flavor while the fish cooks, and the butter adds fat-soluble flavor compounds. Thickening the cooking liquid with flour creates a simple velouté sauce that clings to the fish, while the starch molecules trap and concentrate the infused flavors from the spices and herbs.
The aromatic poaching liquid (court bouillon) can be prepared up to 2 days ahead. Strain, cool completely, and refrigerate in an airtight container. Reheat to a simmer before adding the fish. The fish itself is best cooked just before serving.
Store leftover cooked fish and sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat fish gently in the sauce over low heat or serve cold as a salad topping. Do not freeze, as the delicate texture will become mushy upon thawing.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
The aromatic poaching liquid (court bouillon) can be prepared up to 2 days ahead. Strain, cool completely, and refrigerate in an airtight container. Reheat to a simmer before adding the fish. The fish itself is best cooked just before serving.
Store leftover cooked fish and sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat fish gently in the sauce over low heat or serve cold as a salad topping. Do not freeze, as the delicate texture will become mushy upon thawing.
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