Saucy Salmon with Mashed Potatoes

recipe

• Step 1
  Peel & cube the potatoes.
• Step 2
  Add the potatoes to a pot of salted boiling water. Cook for 7-10 min, or until fork-tender.
• Step 3
  Peel & mince the shallot. Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the shallots. Cook, stirring for 1-2 min.
• Step 4
  Add the red wine vinegar. Let it slowly evaporate.
• Step 5
  Reduce the heat to low. Add most of the butter, reserving the rest for the potatoes. Season with salt & pepper. Whisk continuously as the sauce comes together. Then turn off the heat. Cover to keep warm.
• Step 6
  Add the drained potatoes to a bowl with the milk & the rest of the butter. Season with salt & pepper. Mash it all together with a potato masher or fork until smooth & creamy.
• Step 7
  Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the salmon. Cook for 3-5 min on each side, or until cooked through.
• Step 8
  Serve the salmon over top the mashed potatoes. Drizzle the sauce over all. Season with salt & pepper. Garnish with chopped chives (optional). Enjoy!