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| Seared Salmon BLT's |
| Ingredients
2 four ounce skinless salmon fillets, sliced about 1/4 inch thick coarse salt freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil Juice from half of a lemon 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 4 slices toasted sourdough bread 2 - 4 lettuce leaves 8 slices Applewood smoked bacon, fried to desired doneness 2 thick slices from the last of the summer tomatoes 10 fresh basil leaves Method Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat skillet over medium-high heat and add oil when hot. When oil is very hot, place fillets in skillet and sear until lightly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side In the meantime, combine lemon juice and mayonnaise in a small bowl. Spread mixture on toasted bread and layer as follows: lettuce, bacon, tomato, basil leaves. When the salmon is done, place one fillet on top of the basil leaves, then top with another piece of bread and slice in half. |
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