Grilled Salmon — Cedar Plank Style
Infuse salmon with smoky cedar flavor using a simple grilling technique. Impress guests with this easy, flavorful dish.
Grilled Salmon — Cedar Plank Style
Infuse salmon with smoky cedar flavor using a simple grilling technique. Impress guests with this easy, flavorful dish.
The Key Move
Soak the cedar plank thoroughly to prevent it from catching fire and to ensure it steams the salmon.
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The Setup
- Grill
- Cedar Plank
The Mise en Place
5 of 7Your prep station before cooking begins
The Protein (0/3)
The Pantry (0/2)
Cedar plank is catching fire.
The plank wasn't soaked long enough. Move the plank to a cooler part of the grill or spray it with water.
Salmon is drying out.
The grill is too hot. Reduce the heat or move the plank to a cooler part of the grill. You can also tent the salmon with foil.
The Method
SOAK
Prep aheadSoak the cedar plank (1 whole) in water for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. Weigh it down to keep it submerged.
PREHEAT
Preheat grill to medium heat (about 350°F or 175°C).
PREPARE
Remove the plank from the water and pat it dry. Brush one side with olive oil (¼ cups).
PLACE
Place the salmon fillet (1130 g) on the oiled side of the cedar plank (1 whole). Top with lemon (1 whole) slices and fresh dill (¼ cups).
Aromatic dill and lemon
SEASON
Season with salt (1 tsp) and pepper to taste.
GRILL
Place the cedar plank (1 whole) with the salmon on the preheated grill. Close the lid.
COOK
Grill for 25-30 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Salmon flakes easily • Smoky aroma
REMOVE
Carefully remove the cedar plank (1 whole) with the salmon from the grill. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
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