How to make Grilled Salmon Fillet | World on a Plate | Manorama Online Recipe

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout fillets

💰Cheaper: tilapia fillets

Tilapia is more affordable and widely available.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly cooking oil.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be used for convenience and cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine is a less expensive fat option.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and herbs.

Brush the mixture generously over the salmon fillets.

Season the fillets with salt, black pepper, paprika, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill.

Grill for 4-5 minutes without moving until the skin is crispy.

Carefully flip the fillets using a spatula.

Grill for an additional 3-4 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.

Remove the fillets from the grill and let rest for a couple of minutes.

Serve with grilled vegetables and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

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