Best Basil Vinaigrette For Fish Recipes

GRILLED HALIBUT WITH LEMON-BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, crushed garlic cloves and grated lemon peel in small bowl to blend. Stir in 2 tablespoons fresh basil and capers. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 hour ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
• Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler. Season halibut steaks with salt and pepper. Brush fish with 1 tablespoon vinaigrette, dividing equally. Grill or broil halibut steaks until just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer fish to plates. Rewhisk remaining vinaigrette; pour over fish. Garnish fish with remaining 1 tablespoon basil and serve.

BASIL VINAIGRETTE (FOR FISH)

Steps:

• Simmer the garlic cloves in boiling water for 10 minutes. Remove and drain. Chop finely.
• Combine the oil, garlic, lime juice and shallots. Chop the basil and add with the tomatoes. Mix thoroughly and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve the sauce in a small bowl or sauce boat, to be spooned over the fish at the table.

BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine the basil, mayonnaise, vinegar, and 1/4 cup water in a blender and blend until smooth. The vinaigrette should be slightly pourable; if too thick to pour, add a little more water. Add the honey, season with salt to taste, and blend for a few more seconds. The vinaigrette can be made 8 hours in advance and stored in a container with a tight-fitting lid in the refrigerator.