Steamed Salmon With Horseradish Mayonnaise

Step 1

Cut the salmon crosswise into six portions of more or less equal size. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Bring water to the boil in the bottom of a steamer.

Step 3

Arrange the salmon pieces, skinned side down, on a steamer rack.

Step 4

Place the rack on top of the steamer bottom. Cover and steam four minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand four minutes longer.

Step 5

This fish may be served hot with a simple melted butter and lemon sauce. Or serve it cold with the mayonnaise horseradish.