Cedar Plank Salmon with Ginger Sauce
Impress your dinner guests with the smoky sophistication of Cedar Plank Salmon with Ginger Sauce, a recipe that combines bold flavors with an easy-to-master grilling technique. Infused with the woodsy aroma of cedar and topped with a luscious glaze of soy sauce, fresh ginger, honey, and sesame oil, this salmon is as flavorful as it is aromatic. Grilling the salmon fillets on cedar planks not only keeps them moist but also imparts a uniquely rustic charm that elevates your dish to gourmet status. Garnished with vibrant green onions and a squeeze of fresh lemon, this recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or an elegant weeknight meal. Ready in under an hour and serving four, this dish is a must-try for seafood lovers craving earthy, zesty, and mouthwatering flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces cedar planks
- 4 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 0.25 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (grated) fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 stalks (chopped) green onions
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 whole (for garnish) lemon
Instructions
Soak the cedar planks in water for 2-4 hours to prevent burning while cooking.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, grated ginger, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and minced garlic to create the ginger sauce.
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Season each fillet with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Place the soaked cedar planks on the grill for about 3-4 minutes, until they begin to lightly smoke.
Carefully place the salmon fillets skin side down on the cedar planks. Close the grill lid and cook the salmon for about 15-20 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is cooking, heat the ginger sauce in a small saucepan over low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
Once the salmon is cooked, remove the planks carefully from the grill and drizzle the warm ginger sauce over each fillet.
Garnish with chopped green onions and lemon wedges. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.8 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 5219 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 149.4 g | 299% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
