Western Cedar Plank Salmon
Enjoy the natural smoky flavors of this planked salmon.
If you have never grilled on a seasoned plank before, read Cooking on a Seasoned Plank.
Western Cedar Plank Salmon
Enjoy the natural smoky flavors of this planked salmon.
- Prep Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: Varies
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Pacific Northwest
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fillet fresh salmon (about 1/2 pound for each serving)
- 1 cedar plank (no more than 1/2 inch thick)
- Garlic salt
- Pepper
- Dill weed
Instructions
- Soak cedar plank thoroughly to prevent burning. I usually soak it for at least 8 hours.
- Place the salmon on the plank skin side down and season to tasteĀ with garlic salt, dill weed and black pepper.
- Place the plank with the salmon on a covered grill on low. You want the plank to smolder on the bottom and create smoke but not to flame up. The cover will retain the smoke and also prevent flame-up. It will take 30 to 45 minutes for a good size fillet of salmon. The plank will get hot enough to cook the salmon through. You do not need to turn the salmon.
Notes
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