Poached Salmon with Basil Mayonnaise Recipe | Easy & Delicious

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YIELD Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

Basil Mayonnaise 1 bay leaf 4 peppercorns 4 salmon steaks, 1 to 1-1/2 inches thick 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup sour cream or plain yogurt 1 green onion, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoons fresh parsley 2 tablespoons fresh basil Salt and pepper

PREPARATION:

1. Prepare Basil Mayonnaise; cover. Set aside.
2. Add bay leaf, peppercorns and enough water to medium skillet to fill to 1-inch depth. Bring to a boil. Add salmon.
3. Reduce heat; cover. Simmer 5 minutes or until salmon flakes easily when tested with fork.
4. Remove salmon from poaching liquid; serve with Basil Mayonnaise.

Basil Mayonnaise Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, parsley and basil in food processor or blender container; process until well blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste. This recipe appears in: Fish