Dill-Poached Gefilte Fish with Lemon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-23 · Updated 2026-04-23

Elegant poached fish patties with fresh dill and lemon, served with a light broth for a classic Passover presentation. This Jewish-inspired Passover recipe, ready in about 47 minutes, pairs fresh salmon, carrot, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 245 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh salmon
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 1/2 cup finely minced onion
• 3 tbsp finely chopped dill
• 1, thinly sliced lemon
• 2 cups water
• 1 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a food processor, pulse 1 lb fresh salmon until finely minced, then transfer to a bowl.
2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup minced onion, 1 medium grated carrot, 3 tbsp chopped dill, and 1 tsp salt to the salmon, mixing gently with a fork until combined.
3. Step 3: Shape the mixture into 4 oval patties, about 3 inches long and 1 inch thick.
4. Step 4: Place the patties in a shallow dish and cover with 2 cups water and 1 thinly sliced lemon, then gently poach over medium-low heat for 20 minutes until the fish is opaque and firm.
5. Step 5: Remove the patties with a slotted spoon, discarding the lemon, and serve the poaching liquid as a light broth alongside.