Grilled Salmon Recipe - How to Grill Salmon for the Best Flavor

Pat the salmon fillets dry on both sides to remove any moisture.

Season both sides of the salmon fillets generously with coarse sea salt and coarse ground black pepper.

Preheat the grill until hot, clean, and greased with olive oil or cooking spray.

In a saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat and add 1 clove of minced garlic.

Stir in 3 tablespoons of brown sugar and a little avocado oil, mixing until combined.

Add 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and the juice of 1 lemon to the saucepan, stirring until everything is incorporated and heated through.

Place the salmon fillets on the grill skin-side down and close the lid.

Grill the salmon for about 2.5 minutes until grill marks appear and the color changes slightly.

Flip the salmon fillets over and baste the top side with the prepared glaze.

Close the lid and grill for an additional 30 seconds.

Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Drizzle any remaining glaze over the salmon before serving.

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