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Cedar Plank King Salmon

Name: Cedar Plank King Salmon
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb Tidewater King Salmon fillet; 1 cedar plank (soaked 1 hour); 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon, sliced; 4 sprigs fresh dill; 2 cloves garlic, minced; Salt and black pepper

The simplest way to honor a King Salmon. Smoky cedar, fresh dill, and lemon — nothing more needed.

⏱ 25 min👥 Serves 4

Ingredients

✓1 lb Tidewater King Salmon fillet
✓1 cedar plank (soaked 1 hour)
✓2 tbsp olive oil
✓1 lemon, sliced
✓4 sprigs fresh dill
✓2 cloves garlic, minced
✓Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1
Soak cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour.
2
Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F). Pat salmon dry.
3
Rub salmon with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
4
Place garlic and dill under the salmon. Arrange lemon slices on top.
5
Place plank on grill, close lid. Cook 12–15 minutes until salmon flakes.
6
Serve directly from the plank.

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Fisherman's Tip

King Salmon is best served slightly rare in the center (125°F). Don't overcook — this fish deserves respect.