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Perfect Cedar Plank Salmon with Honey Citrus Glaze

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A quick and easy cedar plank salmon recipe featuring a sweet and tangy honey citrus glaze, perfect for flavorful dinners and summer cookouts.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets, 6 ounces each (170 g)
  • 1 large cedar plank, soaked in water for at least 1 hour
  • 1/4 cup honey (85 g), raw or organic preferred
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30 ml)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt (5 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (1 g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning and infuse smoky flavor.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil until smooth and glossy.
  3. Preheat grill to medium heat, about 350°F (175°C). For charcoal grills, arrange coals for indirect heat.
  4. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
  5. Pat the soaked cedar plank dry and place salmon skin-side down on the plank. Brush tops generously with honey citrus glaze, reserving some for basting.
  6. Place the cedar plank with salmon over indirect heat on the grill. Close lid and cook for 20-25 minutes, brushing with more glaze halfway through. Salmon is done when it flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  7. Carefully remove the plank from the grill using tongs or gloves and let salmon rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh chopped dill or parsley before serving.

Notes

Soak the cedar plank for at least 1 hour to prevent burning and to infuse smoky flavor. Use skin-on salmon to help keep the fish intact and prevent sticking. Avoid opening the grill frequently to maintain steady heat. If flare-ups occur, move the plank to a cooler part of the grill. The glaze can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the fridge. For oven cooking, broil on a soaked cedar plank and watch carefully to avoid burning.

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