Grilled Basil Salmon Steaks

I've had this recipe in my file for so long I don't know where it came from. I do know that it is wonderful especially with really fresh salmon. My oldest son brings one home from time to time. There just isn't anything better!

• Ready In: 46 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4  salmon steaks, 1 inch thick,thawed if frozen (4-6oz.)
• 1  cup  mesquite wood chips

• Basil Marinade

• 1⁄2 cup  packed fresh basil leaf
• 3  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  tablespoons lemon juice
• 2  tablespoons honey
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt

• Garnish

•  lemon slice
•  basil sprig

Directions

1. Combine marinade ingredients in a blender container.
2. Process until smooth.
3. Place salmon steaks in a glass dish.
4. Pour marinade over salmon, turn to coat.
5. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
6. Meanwhile, cover wood chips with water and soak for 30 minutes.
7. Just before cooking salmon sprinkle wood chips over coals.
8. Place salmon steaks on oiled grill rack 4-6 inches over medium hot coals.
9. Grill 10-17 minutes until fish is done, basting occasionally with the marinade.
10. Garnish with a lemon slices and sprigs of basil.