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Flavorful Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Recipe with Easy Maple Glaze

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This cedar plank grilled salmon with maple glaze offers a smoky, sweet, and tender fish dish that’s quick and easy to prepare, perfect for backyard barbecues or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets, about 6 ounces (170 grams) each
  • 1 untreated cedar plank, soaked in water for at least 1 hour
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (Grade A amber recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of half a lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Soak the cedar plank in cold water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning and infuse smoky flavor.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the glaze.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush each fillet generously with the maple glaze on all sides. Reserve some glaze for basting.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat (350°F to 375°F). For charcoal grills, arrange coals for indirect heat.
  5. Place the soaked cedar plank on the grill grates and heat for 3-5 minutes until it starts to smoke and crackle.
  6. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the cedar plank. Close the grill lid and cook for 12-15 minutes, brushing with reserved glaze halfway through.
  7. Check for doneness by ensuring salmon is opaque and flakes easily or reaches an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C).
  8. Carefully remove the cedar plank with salmon from the grill using tongs or a spatula. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh dill and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Soak the cedar plank thoroughly to prevent burning and maximize smoky flavor. Use medium heat to avoid charring. Brush glaze moderately to prevent flare-ups. Let salmon rest after grilling for best texture. A meat thermometer is recommended to check doneness at 125°F (52°C).

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