This succulent butter melts into grilled salmon steaks for the perfect company entree.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup chopped salted cashews
- 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 Tbsp. butter, softened (NOT margarine)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 6 salmon steaks
Preparation:
In food processor or blender, combine all ingredients except steaks. Process till blended. Cover the blended butter and chill this mixture and then form it into a roll 1" in diameter. Wrap in waxed paper and chill until firm.
Prepare and heat grill. Grill salmon steaks 4-6" above medium coals, turning once with tongs, until salmon flakes when tested with fork. OR place on broiler pan and broil 4-6" from heat source for 10-15 minutes, turning once with tongs, until salmon flakes when tested with a fork. Let the meat sit for about 5 minutes before serving, then slice the chilled butter and place on top of the hot salmon, letting it melt into the meat.. Serves 6
