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Flavorful Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe with Easy Maple Dijon Glaze

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A simple yet impressive grilled salmon recipe featuring a smoky cedar plank and a tangy-sweet maple Dijon glaze, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or outdoor gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large salmon fillet (about 1.5–2 lbs / 680–900g), skin on
  • Salt (preferably kosher or sea salt)
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Olive oil (a light drizzle)
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (Grade A recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (smooth, tangy variety)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 untreated cedar plank (soaked for at least 1 hour)

Instructions

  1. Soak the untreated cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning.
  2. Whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper in a mixing bowl to prepare the glaze.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375–400°F / 190–205°C).
  4. Pat salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  5. Remove cedar plank from water and pat dry. Place salmon skin-side down on the plank.
  6. Brush about half of the maple Dijon glaze evenly over the salmon, coating the top and sides gently.
  7. Place the plank directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook for 15–20 minutes, checking at 12 minutes to brush on the remaining glaze.
  8. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  9. Carefully transfer the salmon off the plank using a fish spatula and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  10. Serve warm, optionally garnished with lemon wedges or fresh herbs.

Notes

Soak the cedar plank for at least 1 hour to prevent fire and impart smoky flavor. Apply glaze in two stages to avoid burning sugars. Rotate plank halfway if grill heat is uneven. Use a fish spatula to handle salmon gently to prevent breaking. If no grill is available, bake on soaked cedar plank at 400°F (205°C) for 15–20 minutes.

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