World Flavors Cookbook

Cedar Plank Salmon

Name: Cedar Plank Salmon
Cook time: 20 min
Cuisine: Canada
Ingredients: 1 large cedar plank (untreated); 2 lb salmon fillet; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp grainy mustard; Salt and pepper; Lemon slices for garnish

Fresh Pacific salmon grilled on a cedar plank to infuse the fish with a delicate smoky aroma.

Cuisine: Canada

Ingredients

1 large cedar plank (untreated)
2 lb salmon fillet
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp grainy mustard
Salt and pepper
Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour. Pre-heat grill to medium-high (400°F). Pat salmon dry. Mix oil, maple syrup, and mustard
brush over the salmon. Season with salt and pepper. Place the wet plank on the grill for 3 minutes until it starts to smoke slightly. Flip the plank over and place the salmon on it. Close the lid and grill for 12-15 minutes until salmon is just cooked through.