Best 7 Baked Or Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon Real Simple Recipes

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Baked or grilled cedar plank salmon is an incredibly flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a simple weeknight meal or a special meal for guests, cedar plank salmon is sure to impress. The cedar plank imparts a smoky, aromatic flavor to the salmon while keeping it moist and flaky. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and healthy meal that is sure to become a family favorite.

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CEDAR PLANK-GRILLED SALMON



Cedar Plank-Grilled Salmon image

Salmon did planking before it was a thing! Cedar keeps the fish from getting burned or blackened and infuses it with delectably earthy flavor. Brush with my Awesome Sauce recipe before serving.

Provided by Greubel Rosie

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Salmon Fillet Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 (6 ounce) skin-on salmon fillets
2 cedar planks, 7x12 inch, soaked in water for 1 hour

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle over fillets. Arrange fillets 1 inch apart on the soaked cedar planks.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Place planks over the cooler section of the center of the grill, turning the thickest sections of the salmon closest to the fire.
  • Cover and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest parts of the salmon reaches 135 degrees F (57 degrees C), 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from grill and let salmon rest on planks, 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 114.1 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 141.8 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

BAKED (OR GRILLED) CEDAR-PLANK SALMON (REAL SIMPLE)



Baked (Or Grilled) Cedar-Plank Salmon (Real Simple) image

This recipe is a (very) slightly adapted version of a recipe from Real Simple magazine, Jan. 2009. It was voted No. 9 in a list of readers 50 favorite recipes! It is delicious and SO easy! Buy your salmon fillets fresh (with skin) and you won't get that fishy smell at all! I baked the salmon when I made this recipe, but I have also included instructions for grilling outdoors. The cedar plank adds a wonderful, smoky flavor. It should be 7 x 14 x 1/3 inches. I found cedar planks in the meat department of my local grocery store. You must soak the cedar plank in water for no less than 30 minutes before use. Prep time includes soaking time.

Provided by galexa

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (2 lb) salmon fillets, with skin on
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place pre-soaked cedar plank on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Place the salmon, skin side down, on the cedar plank. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, oil, thyme, and cayenne. Spread over the salmon.
  • Cover with foil. Roast on plank for 25-30 minutes, until salmon flakes easily and is opaque throughout.
  • Serve with fresh lemon wedges.
  • To grill: Follow instructions above, except put the plank with salmon (covered with foil) directly on the grill. Grill should be preheated to medium or, if using charcoal, allow the coals to burn until they are covered with white ash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.5, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 104.6, Sodium 179, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 26.8, Protein 46.8

GRILLED CEDAR PLANK SALMON



Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon image

Using a cedar plank to grill salmon is an effortless way to add enormous flavor to your dish. The fish takes on a lovely smokiness, stays wonderfully moist and the skin doesn't stick to the grates. We spiced ours up with a maple-ginger marinade and whipped up a quick side salad for a tasty, incredibly easy weeknight meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons grated ginger (from a 2-inch knob)
3 cloves garlic, grated
1/2 cup olive oil
Four 6-ounce salmon fillets, skin on (about 1 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 10-ounce bag coleslaw mix
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup sesame sticks or wonton chips

Steps:

  • Soak a cedar grill plank in water for at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours. Preheat the grill to medium.
  • Mix the rice wine vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, ginger and garlic in a medium bowl. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking constantly, until emulsified. Reserve 1/4 cup for the salad dressing and set aside. Pour the remaining mixture over the salmon and let marinate in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the soaked cedar plank in the center of the preheated grill. Close the lid and let the plank heat until you hear it start to crack, about 15 minutes. Place the salmon fillets, skin-side down, on the plank. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Close the lid and cook until the salmon is opaque throughout and large flakes break off when flecked with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the plank from the grill and serve the salmon from the plank (the fish will slide right off with a metal spatula, leaving the skin behind). Discard the plank.
  • While the salmon is cooking, add the coleslaw mix, almonds, sesame sticks or wonton chips and the reserved dressing to a large bowl and toss until well combined. Serve alongside the salmon.

CEDAR PLANK SALMON



Cedar Plank Salmon image

Cedar plank salmon can be baked in the oven or barbequed on the grill with this easy recipe.

Provided by NICOLETTE505

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Salmon Fillet Recipes

Time 2h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 inch) cedar plank
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
3 tablespoons water
4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, with skin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 2 hours and up to 12.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), or see Footnote for grilling instructions.
  • Place the salmon on the plank, skin-side down. In a small bowl, stir together the sesame oil, brown sugar, dill weed and sesame seeds. Stir in just enough water to make it liquid. Season with pepper and soy sauce if desired. Spoon the mixture over the salmon so it is fully coated.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until the fillet can be flaked with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 99.1 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 34.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 329.6 mg, Sugar 10 g

CEDAR-PLANK ROASTED SALMON



Cedar-Plank Roasted Salmon image

Donald Barickman, who developed this crowd-pleasing recipe, cooks the salmon over a homemade barbecue pit, but you can use a large gas or charcoal grill. The longer the salmon cooks, the more pronounced the wood-roasted flavor, so you want to avoid cooking it too close to the heat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Salmon Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cedar plank, untreated (at least 8 by 5 inches and 1 inch thick)
2 fire-resistant supports, such as cinder blocks, for cedar plank
1/3 cup coarse sea salt
1 bunch fresh thyme
1 bunch fresh rosemary
1 three-pound whole side of salmon, skin on, boned and trimmed of excess fat
2 small nails or screws, for cedar plank
1 tablespoon freshly ground pepper
Picture wire (at least 15 feet)

Steps:

  • Build a hot fire. Prepare cedar plank by toasting it over hot coals until it begins to blacken slightly on one side; remove from heat, and let cool completely.
  • Place board, toasted side up, with both ends resting on supports. Sprinkle with one-third salt and a few sprigs each thyme and rosemary. Place salmon on plank, skin side down. About 2 inches from each end, tap one nail horizontally into side of plank, leaving head protruding for the wire. Season salmon with remaining salt and pepper, and arrange remaining herbs across the top.
  • Starting at the larger end of fish, twist wire around the nail several times to secure. Wrap wire entirely around salmon and plank at 2-inch intervals, making sure that it is tight enough to hold fish in place without slicing through the tender flesh. When you reach the other end of the plank, twist the wire several times around other nail, and trim any excess wire with wire cutters.
  • Arrange plank supports near the fire, and rest the plank, fish side down, on top, 15 to 20 inches above the coals. Cook until thicker part of fish is firm to the touch, 25 to 35 minutes, depending on the heat of the fire, the distance from the heat during cooking, and the thickness of the fish. Roll the plank several times during cooking to check for doneness, and spritz fish and plank with water if they begin to smolder.
  • Remove plank from heat, and let cool slightly. Remove wire and herbs, and discard. Cut fish on the diagonal, or flake the flesh with a fork into large pieces, and serve it directly from the plank.

GRILLED CEDAR PLANK SALMON RECIPE BY TASTY



Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: whole grain mustard, light brown sugar, orange, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, coriander, cumin, salmon, cedar planks

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup whole grain mustard
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 orange, zested
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
4 salmon, cut skin-on
2 cedar planks

Steps:

  • Submerge the cedar planks in a 9x13 (22 x 33 cm) glass baking dish filled with water. Soak for at least 1 hour to prevent burning while grilling.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, brown sugar, orange zest, salt, pepper, coriander, and cumin.
  • On a cutting board, pat the salmon fillets with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Rub the mustard mixture evenly over the salmon.
  • Preheat the grill to 350°F (180°C).
  • Place the cedar planks on the grill over indirect heat, arrange the salmon fillets on top, and close the lid. Grill for 15-17 minutes, until the salmon is pink in the center and easily flakes with a fork.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 11 grams

GRILLED CEDAR PLANK SALMON WITH GARLIC BASIL BUTTER



Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Garlic Basil Butter image

This is by far my FAVORITE way of preparing salmon. I first tried it at McGraths Fish House, then duplicated it at home. You can normally find a cedar plank at your local grocery store in the seafood department.

Provided by Mamafox61

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cedar plank
1 1/2-2 lbs salmon
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/2 cup butter, softened
6 -7 garlic cloves, minced
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Soak your cedar plank in water for 20 minutes, flipping over halfway through soak time.
  • While the plank is soaking, mix together butter, basil and minced garlic cloves, spread on salmon.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat your grill to low, or the right setting for your grill for fish.
  • Take your cedar plank out of the water and place the salmon on top of the plank. Place it on the grill and cook for 20-40 minutes depending on how thick your salmon is.Grill with the lid closed.
  • During the cooking time, if the plank catches on fire, spray it with water.
  • Salmon is done cooking, when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • *Note: Whenever I make this it normally takes around 30-45 minutes to cook on the grill. I constantly check it to make sure the plank doesn't burn & the salmon doesn't over cook.
  • Make sure you have water on hand to spray the cedar plank with, so it doesn't catch on fire.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.1, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 99.6, Sodium 185.5, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 23

Tips:

- Opt for a thick-cut salmon fillet for even cooking and a moist, flaky texture. - Brushing the salmon with olive oil helps prevent it from sticking to the cedar plank and adds flavor. - Season the salmon generously with salt and pepper to enhance its natural taste. - You can also add other herbs and spices, such as dill, lemon zest, or garlic powder, to taste. - If using a gas grill, preheat it to medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, heat the coals until they are white-hot. - Place the cedar plank on the grill and let it heat up for a few minutes before adding the salmon. - Cook the salmon for 10-12 minutes per inch of thickness, or until it is cooked through. - To check if the salmon is done, insert a fork into the thickest part of the fillet. If it flakes easily, it is ready. - Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Conclusion:

Baked or grilled cedar plank salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can ensure that your salmon turns out perfectly cooked and flavorful every time. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, grilled asparagus, or a simple salad, and enjoy!

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