Description
This Cedar Plank Salmon with Maple Ginger Glaze recipe is a delightful way to prepare salmon on the grill. The cedar plank infuses the fish with a smoky flavor, while the sweet and savory glaze adds a delicious finish.
Ingredients
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Salmon
- 1 1/2 lbs Salmon, (Sockeye, Coho, King)
Glaze
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup tamari, or coconut aminos
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp grated ginger
Garnish
- green onion (optional)
Instructions
- Submerge Cedar Planks: Soak cedar planks in water for at least 2 hours, ensuring they are fully immersed.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small pot over high heat, combine maple syrup, tamari, lemon juice, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a boil, then simmer on low for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
- Preheat Grill: Heat grill to 350°F (175°C), preferably using indirect heat.
- Prepare Salmon: Pat salmon dry and place it skin-side down on the soaked cedar plank. Brush the glaze over the salmon.
- Grill Salmon: Place the cedar plank on the grill and cook for 12-15 minutes with the lid closed. Add more glaze halfway through if desired.
- Finish and Serve: Transfer the cedar plank to a baking pan once the salmon is cooked. Garnish with green onions, if desired, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 246 kcal
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 773mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 62mg
