How to Make Firecracker Grilled Alaska Salmon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled salmon is a classic summer dish, and this Firecracker Grilled Alaska Salmon recipe takes it to the next level with a spicy kick. The combination of sweet and spicy flavors makes this dish a standout on any backyard barbecue menu. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or just looking for a tasty and healthy weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to satisfy your craving for delicious salmon.

Alaska salmon is known for its rich flavor and firm texture, making it the perfect choice...

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Ingredients

  • 8 (4 ounce) fillets salmon
  • ½ cup peanut oil
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons green onions, chopped
  • 3 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 6 hrs
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place salmon filets in a medium, nonporous glass dish. In a separate medium bowl, combine the peanut oil, soy sauce, vinegar, green onions, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, sesame oil and salt. Whisk together well, and pour over the fish. Cover and marinate the fish in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours.
  • Prepare an outdoor grill with coals about 5 inches from the grate, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Grill the fillets 5 inches from coals for 10 minutes per inch of thickness, measured at the thickest part, or until fish just flakes with a fork. Turn over halfway through cooking.
  • Nutrition

    307 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 63mg
    • Sodium: 649mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 613mg