How to Make Cedar Plank Salmon - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the rich, smoky flavor of grilled salmon, and using a cedar plank adds an extra layer of complexity to this classic dish. Cooking salmon on a cedar plank is a time-honored method that infuses the fish with the wood's aromatic essence, resulting in a perfectly cooked, flavorful meal.

This recipe is a favorite among seafood lovers for its simplicity and delicious results. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a new way to prepare a weeknigh...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 3 tablespoons water, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (Optional)
  • 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, with skin
  • 1 12-inch untreated cedar plank, soaked in water for 2 hours

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Combine brown sugar, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and dill in a small bowl. Mix in water, a little at a time, adding just enough to make the mixture liquid. Stir in soy sauce and pepper.
  • Place salmon fillets, skin-side down, onto the soaked cedar plank. Spoon sugar mixture evenly over fillets to fully coat.
  • Place cedar plank directly on a rack in the preheated oven; bake until fish flakes easily with a fork, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    429 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 99mg
    • Sodium: 330mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 75mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 695mg