Grilled Salmon With Leeks

Qty	Unit	Ingredient
4	tablespoons	Butter » softened	Butter Butter is a creamy, fatty spread made from churned milk or cream. It's used in cooking and baking to add flavor, moisture, and richness to dishes. Butter is the parent of many delicious Read more...
1	clove	Garlic » finely chopped	Garlic Garlic is a mighty ingredient that adds depth and flavor to a wide range of dishes. Whether you're tossing it into a pasta sauce, roasting it to spread on bread, or using it Read more...
2	tablespoons	Shallots » finely chopped	Shallots Shallots - pronounced 'SHAL-ots' are a type of onion. They are smaller in size and have a more elongated shape. The skin of shallots can range from golden brown to reddish-purple, and when Read more...
2	tablespoons	Chives » chopped	Chives Chives - pronounced 'chīvz' are a small, delicate herb belonging to the Allium family, which also includes garlic, onions, leeks, and shallots. Chives are easily recognizable by their long, thin, and hollow green Read more...
1	bunch	Watercress » chopped
1	small	Lemon » juiced	Lemon Lemons, pronounced "LEM-uhns," are bright yellow citrus fruits famous for their strong sour taste. They're a popular choice in kitchens around the world for adding extra flavor to food, drinks, and desserts. Packed with Read more...
1/2	teaspoon	Salt	Salt Salt, pronounced 'sawlt', is a finely ground mineral primarily composed of sodium chloride. It is the most common type of salt used in everyday cooking and seasoning. Above and beyond its basic uses, table Read more...
1/4	teaspoon	Black Pepper	Black Pepper Black pepper, pronounced 'blak PEH-per', is made from peppercorns that are dried and then ground into a fine powder. It's one of the most commonly used spices, known for its sharp, slightly spicy Read more...
8	medium	Baby Leeks » cleaned, trimmed	Baby Leeks Baby Leeks - pronounced 'BAY-bee leeks' are pencil-thin vegetables and have a sweet, yet complex onion flavor and a crisp texture. Belonging to the Allium family, it's related to onions, garlic, and shallots. They Read more...
4	each	Salmon steaks
3	tablespoons	Olive Oil	Olive Oil Olive oil, derived from olives, is a versatile cooking oil with a rich history and a distinctive flavor. It is widely used in Mediterranean cuisine and offers numerous health benefits. Read more...

Prep Time	Process Time	Overall Time
20 Minutes	10 Minutes	30 minutes

Directions:

- The Salmon steaks should be about 1 inch thick and 1/2 pound each.

1. Light the barbecue in advance so the coals are medium-hot for cooking. Or preheat a gas barbecue.

2. To Make the Herb butter: Blend the softened butter with the garlic, shallots, chives and watercress.

3. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.

4. Drain off any excess liquid and shape the butter into a log.

5. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm.

6. Blanch the leeks in boiling water for about 2 minutes, drain.

7. Refresh under cold running water to stop the cooking process and drain again.

8. Remove the outer layer of the baby leek.

9. Brush the salmon steaks and the leeks with olive oil.

10. Season with salt and pepper.

11. Place the fish steaks and leeks directly on the grill and cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, until the salmon is firm and the leeks are just charred.

12. Serve each salmon steak topped with a slice of the herb butter.

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