Easy Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe
Easy Cedar Plank Salmon - Enjoy this wild and fresh salmon filet that's been rubbed with Cajun seasoning and grilled slowly over soaked cedar plank to bring a delicious smokey flavor to your fish.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 cedar plank 16x7
- 1 lb wild caught skin-on salmon filet
- 1 tbs Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp fresh parsley chopped
- ½ lemon
Instructions
- Soak the plank in water for at least 1 hour (if you have time, soak it for 4 hours). I normally fill my kitchen sink with water to cover the plank and I use canned foods as weights. This is a great way to keep the plank underwater.
- Meanwhile rub the Cajun seasoning, salt, and ground pepper over the salmon.
- Preheat the grill* on high heat. Place the soaked plank on the grill for about 3-5minutes or until it begins to crackle and smoke. Place the salmon fillet with the skin down on the plank.
- Cook for 12-20 minutes (it will depend on its thickness) or until salmon flakes easily.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and squeeze lemon over salmon before serving.
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Notes
- And if you love salmon recipes, I have HERE a list of other delicious salmon recipes for you to try.
- Keep the skin on as it helps keep the moisture in the fish.
- The longer you can soak the cedar plank, the better. The soaked plank helps the fish to gently steam as the plank acts as a barrier between it and the grill.
- If you are using frozen salmon, make sure to fully thaw the fish beforehand as frozen fish will cook unevenly and you risk it being overcooked.
- To store: Put leftover salmon into an airtight glass container and keep for up to 3 days.
- To reheat: Rewarm leftover salmon in the microwave or enjoy it chilled.
- To freeze: Freeze in a freezer-safe bag once the salmon has reached room temperature. Freeze for up to 4 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 | Calories: 111kcal | Protein: 23g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 373mg