Ingredients
4 large cabbage leaves
4 skinless salmon fillets
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 medium carrot
1 large leek
1 small zucchini
2 Roma (or plum) tomatoes
1/4 c. minced shallots
2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp. chopped fresh tarragon
Kitchen string
2 c. white wine
1 lemon
Preparation
Step 1In a large stockpot, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Blanch cabbage leaves for 1 to 2 minutes; set aside to cool.Step 2Season salmon with salt and pepper and set aside.Step 3In a large bowl, mix carrot, leek, zucchini, tomatoes, shallots, parsley, and tarragon; season lightly with salt and pepper. Place one salmon fillet in each cabbage leaf and surround it with several spoonfuls of seasoned vegetables. Gently fold cabbage around salmon and vegetables to create a packet. Tie closed with kitchen string.Step 4In a large pot with a steaming basket insert, bring wine to a boil.Step 5Place salmon packets in steaming basket; cook 5 minutes. Remove packets from pot, snip off kitchen string, and serve with lemon wedges.