Cedar Planked Salmon

Cedar plank salmon is a delicious way to cook salmon for moist results with a delicious smoky flavor. This recipe uses a quick soy and ginger marinade.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 678 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 3 (12 inch) untreated cedar planks
• 2 (2 pound) salmon fillets, skin removed
• 0.33333334326744 cup vegetable oil
• 0.33333334326744 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup chopped green onions
• 1.5 tablespoons rice vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Soak cedar planks for at least 1 hour in warm water. Soak longer if you have time.

Step 2

Place salmon fillets in soy mixture and turn to coat. Cover and marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour refrigerated.

Step 3

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat. Place planks on the grill grate. Heat planks until they start to smoke and crackle just a little.

Step 4

Remove salmon from marinade and place on planks; discard marinade.

Step 5

Close grill cover. Grill salmon until it flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes; salmon will continue to cook after you remove it from the grill.

Step 6

Gather all ingredients.

Step 7

Stir soy sauce, vegetable oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, green onions, ginger, and garlic together in a shallow dish.