Simple Seafood Episode 53 - Cooking Class How to Make Cedar Plank Salmon

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Trout offers a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup provides sweetness with a unique flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs can be more accessible and last longer.

Soak the cedar plank for at least 1 hour, preferably up to 2 hours.

Prepare the salmon fillet and place it on a baking sheet.

Drizzle olive oil over the salmon.

Season the salmon generously with maple madness seasoning, which includes maple powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and mixed spices.

Add a couple of dabs of butter on top of the seasoned salmon.

Preheat the grill to 400°F.

Place the soaked cedar plank directly on the grill grates and close the lid.

Cook the salmon on the cedar plank for 20-25 minutes, checking the internal temperature aiming for 140-145°F.

Open the grill occasionally to check on the salmon and the cedar plank, which should be charred but not on fire.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

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