GRILLED SALMON FILETS WITH GARLIC AND HERB AIOLI

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Categories     Fish     Herb     Quick & Easy     Grill/Barbecue

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

For the Salmon:
4 3/4 to 1-inch thick salmon filets
1 stick butter at room temperature
1/4 cup chopped, fresh parsley
1 Tbs excellent quality olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
For the Aioli
3 medium cloves garlic
1 cup mayonnaise
1 Tbs chopped, fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped, fresh parsley
1 tbs freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tbs excellent quality olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • For the Salmon Heat grill to medium. Combine the butter, 1/4 cup parsley and salt and pepper well. Shape into a log, wrap in platic and refrigerate while preparing the other ingredients. Make the aioli by combining all the ingredients except salt and pepper in a blender or food processor until mixture is smooth. Check and season with salt and pepper to taste. Prepare the salmon. with a carving knife, make a two-inch pocket slit in the center of the flesh of each salmon filet, carefully cutting at a slight downward angle and not completely slicing through. Stuff each pocket with 1 tbs of the herbed butter and press pocket to close. Drizzle each salmon filet with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. (Save remaining butter to use on pasta and and other roasted vegetables - will keep for about a week.) Place the salmon on a hot, oiled grill and grill skin-side down for about 10 minutes. Gently turn over and continue grilling for an additional 10 minutes or until salmon is still slightly medium doneness. Place each grilled salmon in the center of a plate and drizzle aioli on top and around sides. Garnish with a sprig of parsley and a basil leaf and serve.

Fofo Kim
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I'm always looking for new recipes to add to my collection. This one is definitely a keeper.


Nepa Lunatic
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat fish. My kids loved it!


Hamid Jindani
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this recipe made me a believer. The salmon was so tender and flavorful.


si sojeeb
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover herbs. I always have a bunch of them in my fridge.


Hashim Apple
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I've never made aioli before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out perfect.


Yusuf Bouslahi
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook salmon. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.


Mutahi Gerald
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This dish is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make.


Kody Austin
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have them on hand.


Mohamed Reda Boulezaz
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This is my new favorite way to cook salmon. It's so simple, but so delicious.


Kelsey Letchworth
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but this recipe was easy to follow. It turned out great!


abigal sagwidza
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Rawan Radwan
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing.


Rafpheal Washington, Sr.
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I love the fresh herbs in this recipe. They really brighten up the flavor of the salmon.


Abubakr Saddique
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's sure to be a hit.


Zakaria Fadila
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The aioli is so versatile. I've used it on chicken, shrimp, and even vegetables.


Petz Sadler
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I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. I feel good about feeding it to my family.


Aalana Leuma
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This dish is so easy to make, yet it feels like a special occasion meal.


Adeline
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I'm not usually a big fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors are amazing.


Huma Khan
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This grilled salmon recipe is a keeper. The garlic-herb aioli is the perfect complement to the tender, flaky fish.