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? BBQ Cedar Wood Smoked Salmon

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Allan Whatmore
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? BBQ Cedar Wood Smoked Salmon

What you'll need:

  • 2 fillet salmon
  • 1 cedar wood plank
  • Pinch of lemon thyme
  • Pinch of lemon zest
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of pepper
  • Olive oil
  • Large tray
  • 500mls water
  • BBQ with a lid
  • Lemon wedge

 

Step by Step Instructions:

  • Season salmon in a bag with salt and pepper, then add lemon thyme, lemon zest and drizzle with oil. Set aside in the fridge to marinate for 30 mins
  • Pour water into large tray and submerge cedar plank for 15mins with something heavy to hold it down
  • Preheat BBQ for 20-25mins until screaming hot to prepare for the plank salmon
  • Place salmon skin side down on plank and place in the centre of the bbq covering the lid and cook for approximately 15-20 minutes (or until gold brown colour)
  • Serve with a wedge of lemon
  • Enjoy :)

 

Questions People Also Ask:

What does a cedar plank do for salmon?

  • This moisture rises out of the plank and carries the distinctive tastes of Cedar with it as the fish cooks and the plank heats up. The plank serves as a barrier between the salmon and the heat source, basically imparting a fresh wood taste while allowing the fish to gently steam.

Do you need to soak a cedar plank for salmon?

  • Yes, this protects the plank from catching fire. To add even more flavour to your plank you can also add a little white wine, cider, or sake to the water mixture.

How long does it take to grill salmon on a cedar plank?

  • Approximately 20-25mins (or until cooked to your liking)
  • No need
  • Once

How do you keep salmon from sticking to cedar planks?

  • Ensuring the salmon is coated in olive oil mixture before cooking
  • Yes, the perfect amount of time is 15mins. Any longer risks the plank being too soaked and not providing enough smoke to flavour the fish

How do you know when salmon is finished?

  • Press down on it with a fork and see if starts to flake. If so then you're good to go

What fish can you grill on cedar plank?

  • Any fatty fish will work well along with other proteins

Can you use cedar planks on a gas grill?

  • No, won't taste or cook the same as when cooked on the bbq

What is the white stuff coming out of the salmon?

  • Coagulated Albumin (protein), yes this is normal, yes this is safe to eat

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