Grilled Salmon With Basil Aioli

Name: Grilled Salmon With Basil Aioli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 large egg yolks (preferably organic); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 anchovy fillets, minced (1 1/3 tsp); 1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon warm water; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (generous); olive oil, for brushing; 2 1/2-3 lbs skinless salmon fillet (about 1 inch thick)

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Recipe by Dr. Jenny

DH and I enjoyed this easy to prepare salmon dish from July 2008 Bon Appetit. We cheated and used anchovy paste instead of opening up a new tin of anchovies. It worked fine. We served the fish with grilled summer squash and zucchini, which was very complimentary.

READY IN: 20mins

SERVES: 6

UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition

Basil Aioli
2

large egg yolks (preferably organic)
2

tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2

garlic cloves, minced
2

anchovy fillets, minced (1 1/3 tsp)
¹⁄₂

teaspoon red wine vinegar
¹⁄₂

teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1

cup olive oil
1

tablespoon warm water
1

tablespoon fresh lemon juice
¹⁄₄

teaspoon hot pepper sauce (generous)
Salmon
olive oil, for brushing
2 ¹⁄₂ - 3

lbs skinless salmon fillet (about 1 inch thick)

DIRECTIONS

For the basil aioli: Whisk egg yolks, basil, garlic, anchovies, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in medium bowl. Whisk in 2 Tb oil a few drops at a time, then gradually whisk in remaining oil in a thin stream. Whisk in 1 Tb warm water, lemon juice, and hot pepper sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled).
For Salmon: Prepare a BBQ (high heat). Brush grill rack with oil. Brush salmon with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill salmon, uncovered, 5 minutes. Using 2 large spatulas, carefully turn fish over. Grill until fish just begins to flake in center, 4 to 5 minutes longer. Transfer salmon to platter. Serve with aioli.

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