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Flavorful Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe with Easy Maple-Dijon Glaze

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A simple and delicious cedar plank salmon recipe featuring a sweet and tangy maple-Dijon glaze that imparts a subtle smoky flavor and moist, flaky texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large salmon fillet (about 1.5 pounds or 680 grams), skin on
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or avocado oil, for brushing
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (Grade A preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (smooth, creamy type)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, a pinch
  • 1 untreated cedar plank, soaked in water for at least 1 hour

Instructions

  1. Soak the cedar plank in cold water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning.
  2. Whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl to prepare the glaze.
  3. Pat the salmon dry with paper towels, brush lightly with olive or avocado oil, and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium heat (around 350°F or 175°C). For charcoal grills, arrange coals on one side for indirect heat.
  5. Remove the cedar plank from water, dry the top surface, and place it on the grill grates. Close the lid and heat for 3-5 minutes until it starts to smoke and crackle.
  6. Place the salmon fillet skin-side down on the cedar plank and brush the glaze generously over the top.
  7. Close the grill lid and cook for 20-25 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Move the plank to indirect heat if edges start to char.
  8. Remove the plank with tongs or a spatula and let the salmon rest for 5 minutes on the plank before serving.

Notes

Soak the cedar plank for at least 1 hour to prevent burning. Use medium heat to avoid flare-ups. Brush glaze in layers for best flavor and avoid burning the sugars. Let salmon rest before serving for better texture. If no grill is available, bake on cedar plank at 400°F for about 20 minutes.

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Keywords: cedar plank salmon, maple-Dijon glaze, grilled salmon, easy salmon recipe, smoky salmon, healthy dinner, gluten-free salmon

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