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Perfect Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe with Easy Maple Glaze

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A simple and flavorful grilled cedar plank salmon recipe featuring a sweet and smoky maple glaze. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or outdoor BBQs, delivering juicy, tender salmon with a subtle smoky aroma.

Ingredients

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  • 6 to 8 ounces skin-on wild-caught salmon fillets
  • 1 untreated cedar plank, soaked in water for at least 1 hour
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Juice of half a fresh lemon
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh dill or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning and create smoky aroma.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth and slightly thick.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and black pepper.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat (about 350°F / 175°C). If using charcoal, let coals burn down to consistent medium heat.
  5. Place the soaked cedar plank directly on the grill grates and heat for 3-5 minutes until it starts to smoke and crackle.
  6. Lay salmon fillets skin-side down on the cedar plank and brush the top generously with the maple glaze.
  7. Close the grill lid and cook for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Optionally, brush more glaze around the 8-minute mark.
  8. Check for doneness; salmon should be moist inside and flake easily. The cedar plank edges will be charred.
  9. Carefully transfer salmon (and plank if desired) to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Notes

Soak cedar plank for at least 1 hour to prevent burning. Keep grill at medium heat and lid closed to trap smoke. Use skin-on fillets for moisture and texture. Brush glaze in thin layers to avoid burning sugar. Spray water nearby to manage flare-ups. Can be cooked in oven at 400°F for 15-18 minutes if no grill is available.

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