Wegmans Cedar-Plank Salmon with Brown Sugar & Cracked Pepper

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index while white sugar is more economical.

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout fillets

💰Cheaper: tilapia fillets

Trout is a healthier option with similar flavor, while tilapia is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is less expensive.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are lower in calories, and frozen herbs can be more affordable.

Soak the cedar plank in water for about 1 hour.

Preheat the grill on high heat.

Prepare a seasoning blend with 1 tablespoon each of dark brown sugar, coarse cracked pepper, salt, and dehydrated garlic.

Pat the salmon fillet dry and place it skin-side down on the soaked cedar plank.

Evenly coat the salmon with the seasoning blend, pressing it on gently.

Close the grill lid and turn the heat down to medium.

Grill the salmon for about 12-15 minutes, checking occasionally to ensure the plank is not on fire.

If the cedar plank starts to catch fire, spray it down with water and close the lid again.

Check the salmon for doneness using a digital instant-read thermometer, aiming for an internal temperature of 130°F.

Let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes after removing it from the grill.

Use a spatula to carefully transfer the salmon to a plate, noting the caramelized sugar on the plank.

Serve with a dollop of horseradish cream on the side.

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