“Smoky, cedar-infused sockeye with a maple glaze — one of the great outdoor cooking recipes.”
Sockeye has the deepest colour and boldest flavour of all the salmon species. The cedar plank adds a gentle smokiness that complements it perfectly without overpowering. Soak the plank, glaze the fish, let the grill do the rest.
- 1 Cedar plank, soaked in water 1 hour
- 2 lbs Sockeye salmon fillet, skin-on
- 3 tbsp Maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Lemon, sliced
- handful Fresh dill
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Soak the plank
Submerge cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour before cooking.
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Make the glaze
Mix maple syrup, soy sauce, dijon and garlic in a small bowl.
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Preheat grill
Heat grill to medium-high (400F). Place soaked plank on grill for 5 minutes.
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Glaze and cook
Place salmon skin-side down on hot plank. Brush generously with glaze. Close lid and cook 12-15 minutes.
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Serve
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh dill. Serve directly from the plank.
The plank will char and smoke — that is exactly what you want. If it catches fire, spritz with water but do not remove the fish.
Per serving estimates. Values vary by exact quantities used.
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