How to Cook Salmon on a Cedar Plank

salmon fillet

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Trout is a healthier option with similar taste, while tilapia is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has health benefits and can withstand higher temperatures.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs offer convenience and a longer shelf life.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while sugar is a cost-effective sweetener.

Welcome to the Alaska Fish House kitchen.

Introduce the dish: cedar plank salmon.

Prepare the king salmon fillet and local cedar plank.

Make a soy brown sugar bourbon glaze.

Brush salt and black pepper on the salmon fillet.

Let the seasoning absorb before applying the glaze.

Burn the edges of the cedar plank on the burner to create smoke flavor.

Place the burnt cedar plank directly into the oven set at 425°F.

Check the salmon after about 8 minutes of cooking in the oven.

Remove the salmon from the oven and place it on another piece of cedar for presentation.

Garnish with fresh chive before serving.

Taste the salmon, noting the crunchy skin and smoky cedar flavor.

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