Best 7 Whiskey Grilled Salmon Recipes

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Whiskey grilled salmon is a delectable dish that combines the smoky flavor of grilled salmon with the subtle sweetness and warmth of whiskey. This dish is sure to impress your friends and family, and it's surprisingly easy to make. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to creating the perfect whiskey grilled salmon. We'll cover everything from selecting the right salmon to choosing the best whiskey and cooking the salmon to perfection. So, gather your ingredients and let's get started on this flavorful culinary journey.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED MARINATED SALMON



Grilled Marinated Salmon image

My husband goes fishing, so I had to get creative with whatever he brings home. This is grilled salmon in a tasty, homemade marinade. Serve with potato and a salad.

Provided by JEANA

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

Time 1h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds salmon fillets

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, oil, mustard powder, ginger and ground black pepper.
  • Place the salmon in a shallow, nonporous dish and pour the marinade over the salmon. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, turning occasionally.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Grill the fish for about 3 to 4 minutes per side, or to desired doneness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.1 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 125.9 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 46.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 1002.4 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

GRILLED WHISKEY GLAZED SALMON



Grilled Whiskey Glazed Salmon image

These salmon fillets are grilled hot and fast with a sweet whiskey marinade that gives them a lot of great flavor and nice, crisp glaze when grilled.

Provided by Derrick Riches

Categories     Entree     Dinner     Lunch

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 8-ounce salmon fillets
1/2 cup whiskey
1/4 cup light soy sauce
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic minced

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Mix whiskey, soy sauce , orange juice, oil, and garlic in a medium bowl.
  • Place salmon in a shallow dish and pour mixture over the top. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 3 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Preheat the grill for medium-high heat. Once heated, oil the grill grates to create a nonstick surface. Make at least 4 to 5 passes on the grates.
  • Place the fish on the hot grill and cook for 5 minutes on each side.
  • The salmon is done when it flakes easily, has faded in color, and reaches an internal temperature of at least 145 F. Carefully remove fish from the grill and serve.
  • Plate the fish and serve with your favorite sides.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 143 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 52 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 1228 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 35 g, ServingSize 4 fillets (4 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

WHISKEY GRILLED SALMON



WHISKEY GRILLED SALMON image

Categories     Fish     Tailgating

Yield 3-4 thick slices

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs fresh salmon - thick slices (3-4)
1/4 Cup whiskey
1/4 Cup orange juice - fresh
1/4 Cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic - minced
3 Tbs olive oil - light
1 Tbs fresh cracked black pepper
1 Tbs salt

Steps:

  • After scaling and de-boneing, rinse and dry. Place the fish on the plate. Mix all ingredients thoroughly in a non-reactive bowl (glass or plastic). Next, place the fish in the same bowl making sure to cover all surfaces of the fish. Allow to marinate several hours in the refrigerator (covered) before grilling. Next, prepare your grill for direct grilling making sure the grill is at least 350 degrees. To keep the fish together, it is best to use either a fish basket, grill topper or big grill brush to hold the fish together. Turn several times to prevent burning and check doneness with a fork. Salmon should flake when a fork is inserted into the thickest part and twisted. Do not over cook!. Remove and serve at once. You will find this to be a superb meal.

BOURBON-GLAZED SALMON



Bourbon-Glazed Salmon image

This bourbon-glazed salmon is ready in minutes and requires only a handful of ingredients. Pair it with a green salad and couscous to have the perfect meal. If you don't like the taste of bourbon, you can use cola or brewed coffee. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons bourbon
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients but salmon. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute; set aside., Place salmon on oiled grill rack, skin side down. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes. Brush with bourbon mixture. Grill until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 8-10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 725mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein.

WHISKEY SAUCE FOR GRILLED SALMON



Whiskey Sauce for Grilled Salmon image

This is a wonderful sauce to use as a side to grilled salmon. Found on the internet posted by Magic Mike.

Provided by januarybride

Categories     Sauces

Time 4m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup honey mustard dressing
1/4 teaspoon hot horseradish
1/4 cup bourbon whiskey (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Mix first three ingredients together in sauce pan over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour over each piece of salmon and sprinkle parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0.8, Sodium 2, Carbohydrate 0.2, Fiber 0.1, Protein 0.1

CEDAR PLANKED SALMON WITH WHISKEY MAPLE GLAZE



Cedar Planked Salmon With Whiskey Maple Glaze image

There is nothing comparable to the taste of freshly caught salmon, but to serve it planked.....is phenomenal!!! Out on the west coast, we get an abundance of salmon, so I am always looking for a different recipe. This recipe was published in our local paper from cookbook author Ronnie Shewchuk, Barbecue Secrets

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     High Protein

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cedar plank (soaked overnight or at least 1 hour)
6 tablespoons whiskey
3/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon butter, room temperature
3 lbs salmon, skin on
kosher salt
ground black pepper
2 teaspoons granulated onion (or onion powder)
2 lemons, halved

Steps:

  • Plank: Make sure that the plank has soaked for at least 1 hour and up to 24.
  • Glaze: Combine the whiskey and maple syrup in a small saucepan, bringing the mixture to a low boil and reduce by about half. You should have a thick syrup that coats the back of a spoon. Add chilies and butter and stir until just combined. Set aside and keep warm.
  • Season the salmon with salt, pepper and granulated onion. Pour the glaze over the salmon carefully. Let the salmon sit for 10 - 15 minutes at room temperature, until the rub is moistened.
  • Preheat the grill on medium high heat for 5 - 10 minutes. Rinse the plank and place it on the cooking grate. Cover the grill and heat the plank for 4 - 5 minutes or until it starts to throw off a bit of smoke and crackles lightly.
  • Reduce the heat to medium low. Season the plank with kosher salt and place the salmon, skin side down, on the plank. Cover the grill and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the fish flakes.
  • Check periodically to make sure the plank doesn't catch fire and spray the burning edges with water if it does, making sure to close the lid afterwards.
  • When the salmon is done, squeeze half a lemon along its length and carefully transfer to a platter. Garish with remaining lemon cut into slices.

WHISKEY-GLAZED SALMON WITH SALT-CRUSTED POTATOES



Whiskey-Glazed Salmon With Salt-Crusted Potatoes image

The savory snap of baby potatoes crusted in salt is just what you want with the subtle sweetness of this fish's glaze. The fish and the potatoes cook and come together at the same time in this fast meal. To achieve silky salmon without turning on the oven, gently cook it in a shallow pool of sauce that thickens to a syrup as it simmers. The potatoes, prepared using a technique from the Canary Islands, simply boil in generously salted water, then finish cooking with a splash of the liquid. When it evaporates, the salt that remains crusts onto the spuds. Shaking the pan vigorously helps the salt coat the potatoes evenly and sheds excess crystals. Serve with a salad or, after the glaze is scraped onto the fish, throw baby spinach into the still-hot skillet and stir to just wilt.

Provided by Genevieve Ko

Categories     dinner, weeknight, seafood, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds baby gold potatoes, scrubbed
2 tablespoons coarse sea salt or kosher salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
6 tablespoons whiskey
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 (5-ounce) salmon fillets
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Make the potatoes: The potatoes should all be the same small size, about 1 inch in diameter, so cut any larger ones in halves or quarters. Place in a large saucepan with 4 cups water and add the salt. Bring to boil over high heat, then continue boiling until a paring knife slides through a potato easily, about 15 minutes.
  • About 5 minutes before the potatoes are tender, start the salmon: Combine the sugar, whiskey and Worcestershire sauce in a large skillet, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Season the salmon with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet skin side down (or the flat side if the fillets are skinless). Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the salmon becomes opaque about halfway up the sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, carefully tip the saucepan into the sink to pour out all but about 1/4 cup cooking water, keeping the potatoes in the pan. Return the saucepan to the stove with the potatoes and a thin layer of cooking water at the bottom, and set over high heat. Cook, shaking the pan often, until the liquid evaporates and the potatoes are crusted in a fine film of salt, about 5 minutes. The pan should be extremely dry and coated in salt and the potatoes will sound crackly when shaken.
  • Flip the salmon and continue cooking until just opaque from top to bottom and a paring knife slides through with almost no resistance, about 5 minutes longer. If you started with a 1-inch-thick fillet, this will be medium-rare. The timing will vary depending on the thickness of your fish and your preferred doneness. If you'd like, use tongs to peel off and discard the skin if there is any. The glaze should have thickened and be syrupy.
  • Divide the potatoes and salmon among serving plates and drizzle any glaze from the pan over the fish.

Tips:

  • Choose the right salmon fillet: Look for a fillet that is firm and has a deep orange color. Avoid fillets that are thin or have a lot of white streaks.
  • Make sure the salmon is cooked through: The best way to do this is to use a meat thermometer. The internal temperature of the salmon should reach 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Don't overcook the salmon: Overcooked salmon will be dry and tough. Cook the salmon just until it is opaque in the center.
  • Use a good quality whiskey: The whiskey you use will impart flavor to the salmon, so choose one that you enjoy drinking.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make whiskey grilled salmon. Try different marinades, rubs, and cooking methods until you find one that you love.

Conclusion:

Whiskey grilled salmon is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its smoky, slightly sweet flavor, whiskey grilled salmon is sure to be a hit with friends and family alike. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and impressive meal, give whiskey grilled salmon a try. You won't be disappointed.

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