Canadian Cedar Planked Salmon

Canadian Cedar Planked Salmon

Planked salmon is a method of cooking and smoking salmon that has been used for many years. Make sure to use natural (no preservatives) red cedar. The salmon is slow cooked, which produces a rich, smoky flavor. Guests enjoy the wonderful taste of this specially prepared salmon.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
12 hrs
Total Time:
12 hrs 40 mins
Yield:
6 servings
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 24x8x1 inch untreated cedar plank
  • 6 (4 ounce) fillets salmon
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large red onion, chopped
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • ½ tablespoon black peppercorns, crushed

Directions

Step 1
Submerge untreated cedar plank in water. Soak approximately 12 hours, or overnight.

Step 2
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. Place prepared plank on the grill, and sprinkle with coarse salt. Cover grill and heat plank 2 to 3 minutes, until dry. Adjust grill temperature for medium heat.

Step 3
Rub salmon filets with olive oil. Arrange on the plank. Top salmon with red onion, lemon slices and black peppercorns.

Step 4
Cook salmon, covered, 10 to 12 minutes, or until opaque and easily flaked with a fork.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

388
Calories
31g
Fat
5g
Carbs
23g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 388
% Daily Value *
Total Fat31g 40%
Saturated Fat5g 26%
Cholesterol66mg 22%
Sodium68mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate5g 2%
Dietary Fiber1g 5%
Total Sugars1g
Protein23g
Vitamin C20mg 101%
Calcium33mg 3%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium475mg 10%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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