Grilled Salmon with Basil Aïoli

Grilled Salmon with Basil Aïoli
Grilled Salmon with Basil Aïoli
This is a traditional aioli— a mayo-like emulsion made from raw egg yolks. For ease of preparation, you can also replace the egg yolks and oil with one cup of purchased mayonnaise and whisk in the remaining ingredients.
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  • Served Person: Makes 6 servings
Egg Father's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Basil Salmon Summer Grill Chill Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • olive oil (for brushing)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon warm water
  • Carbohydrate 1 g(0%)
  • Cholesterol 177 mg(59%)
  • Fat 69 g(106%)
  • Fiber 0 g(0%)
  • Protein 44 g(87%)
  • Saturated Fat 12 g(62%)
  • Sodium 169 mg(7%)
  • Calories 805

PreparationFor basil aioli: Whisk egg yolks, basil, garlic, anchovies, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in medium bowl. Whisk in 2 tablespoons oil a few drops at a time, then gradually whisk in remaining oil in thin stream. Whisk in 1 tablespoon warm water, lemon juice, and hot pepper sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled. For Salmon: Prepare barbecue (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. Arrange Blistered Baby Zucchini, Baby Pattypan Squash, and Grilled Tomatoes around salmon. Serve with aioli.

PreparationFor basil aioli: Whisk egg yolks, basil, garlic, anchovies, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in medium bowl. Whisk in 2 tablespoons oil a few drops at a time, then gradually whisk in remaining oil in thin stream. Whisk in 1 tablespoon warm water, lemon juice, and hot pepper sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled. For Salmon: Prepare barbecue (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. Arrange Blistered Baby Zucchini, Baby Pattypan Squash, and Grilled Tomatoes around salmon. Serve with aioli.

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