Poached foods can be served hot or cold, and are usually served with a sauce, either covered by the sauce or if whole, the sauce can also be served in a sauce boat.
Equipment used for poaching includes the following pieces:
- Sauce pan Russe or dutch oven cocotte (for fish, a poissonière or turbotière)
- Wire skimmer (araignée)
- Thermometer or finger test
- Pan with fitted lid for keeping the piece warm and moist.
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