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Flavorful Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe with Easy Brown Sugar Glaze

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A quick and easy cedar plank salmon recipe featuring a sweet and smoky brown sugar glaze that infuses the fish with rich flavor and keeps it moist. Perfect for grilling or oven broiling, this dish is a crowd-pleaser with minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • Salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces (170g) each
  • Cedar planks, pre-soaked in water for at least 1 hour
  • ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: Fresh dill or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour before cooking to prevent burning.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium heat, about 350°F (175°C). If using an oven, set the broiler to high and position the rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  4. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the soaked cedar plank.
  5. Brush the brown sugar glaze generously over the top of each salmon fillet.
  6. Place the cedar plank with salmon directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C).
  7. Carefully remove the plank from the grill using tongs or a spatula and let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes to absorb the smoky flavor.
  8. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and a squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve directly from the cedar plank.

Notes

Always soak the cedar plank for at least 1 hour to prevent it from catching fire. Use a thin, even coat of glaze to avoid burning the brown sugar. Monitor the grill temperature to maintain medium heat and avoid flare-ups. If glaze burns, move the plank to a cooler spot. Let salmon rest on the plank after cooking for best flavor. For oven cooking, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes.

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