Citrus Infused Cedar Planked Salmon

5 from 2 votes

Citrus Infused Cedar Planked Salmon

You'll swoon over this salmon recipe with its zesty citrus glaze and smokiness from the cedar plank, easy, healthy and delicious!

Prep Time20

Cook Time25

Soaking planks and cooking Glaze1

Total Time1 45

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Grilling

Servings: slices

Calories: 484kcal

Author: Marie

Equipment

1 large cedar plank
outdoor grill

Ingredients

For the Marinade/Glaze:

1 small orange
1 small lemon
1 small lime
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 cup butter
3 cloves garlic , smashed

For the Fish:

1/3 cup fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
3/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
2 pounds salmon filet preferably from the belly of the fish
untreated cedar plank (s), enough to accommodate the fish

Instructions

To Make the Glaze:

Zest the orange, lemon, and lime.
Squeeze juices from the orange, lemon, and lime using a juicer if possible.
Combine the juice (about 1 cup in all), zest, and remaining glaze ingredients (honey, vinegar, soy sauce, coriander, butter and garlic) in a sauce pan and heat over medium-high heat until it is slightly reduced, about 10 to 15 minutes
Allow the glaze to cool and then marinate the fish for up to 1 hour in the marinade/glaze.

To Cook the Fish on a Grill:

Soak cedar planks for at least 1 hour
After marinating fish for up to one hour, let excess drip off, and sprinkle with cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
Preheat grill to medium temperature (about 350℉ to 450℉ degrees)
Place soaked and dried cedar planks on top of direct heat and heat until they smoke (about 5 to 10 minutes)
Flip the plank over, place it over indirect heat, and place the fish on top of cedar plank(s).
Grill for about 7 to 10 minutes per inch of thickness (less is better - do not overcook)
Turn off heat and let the fish rest on the covered grill for an additional 5 to 10 minutes (about 25 to 35 minutes in all).
Fish is done when it flakes easily.

To Cook the Fish in the Oven:

Soak the Cedar Planks: Before using the cedar planks in the oven, soak them in water for at least 15 minutes in hot water to prevent them from catching fire and to release a smoky aroma. Pat dry after soaking.
Prepare the Salmon: In the meantime, season the salmon with the marinade for up to 1 hour. After marinating, remove, let excess marinade drip off and sprinkle with cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and cilantro.
Preheat the Oven: About 20 minutes before the salmon and plank will be ready, begin to preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Once the temperature is reached, heat a baking sheet in the oven for about 5 minutes.
Cook in the Oven: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and place the soaked/dried cedar plank on it and top with the marinated and seasoned salmon. Bake at 450F for about 15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Check for Doneness: To check if the salmon is cooked, use a fork to see if it flakes easily.
Serve: Once the salmon is cooked, carefully remove the cedar planks from the oven and transfer the salmon to a serving dish. You can serve the salmon directly on the cedar planks for a rustic presentation.

Notes

Storage:

Cooked Salmon: If you have leftovers, allow to cool to room temperature and then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Cooked salmon can be safely stored for up to 3-4 days.

Unused/uncooked Marinade: If you have any leftover citrus marinade, store it separately in a sealed container in the refrigerator. The marinade should be used within a day or two to ensure freshness and food safety.

Make-Ahead:

Marinade: You can prepare the citrus marinade in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Simply mix the ingredients, and it should keep well for up to 2 days before using it to marinate the salmon.

You can soak the cedar plank ahead of time and freeze in a plastic bag. Defrost at room temperature for about 10 to 20 minutes before using.

Pre-soak Cedar Plank: If you are using a cedar plank for grilling, you can pre-soak it in water for at least 1 hour before grilling. This will help prevent the plank from catching fire during cooking. You can soak the plank and keep it ready before your grilling session.

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