Cedar Planked Salmon with Dill Sauce
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
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2 (about 1 lb/500 g total) salmon fillets
2 tbsp (25 mL) olive oil
1/2 tsp (2 mL) grated lemon rind
2 tbsp (25 mL) lemon juice
1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh chives or green onions
2 tsp (10 mL) dijon mustard
Pinch each salt and pepper
Dill Sauce:
1/2 cup (125 mL) sour cream
2 tbsp (25 mL) finely chopped cucumber
1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh dill (or 1/2 tsp/2 mL dried dillweed)
2 tsp (10 mL) minced fresh chives or green onions
Preparation:
Pinch each salt and pepper Soak two 12- x 7-inch (30 x 18 cm) untreated cedar planks in water for at least 30 minutes or for up to 24 hours. Place 3 salmon fillets on top of each plank.
In small bowl, whisk together oil, lemon rind and juice, chives, mustard, salt and pepper; brush some over salmon.
Place planks on grill over medium-high heat; close lid and cook, brushing with remaining lemon mixture for about 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with fork.
Dill Sauce:
Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine sour cream, cucumber, dill, chives, salt and pepper. Serve planks on platter with dill sauce.
Additional Information
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Tip:
To roast in oven, place planks in 425°F (220°C) oven for about 15 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with fork
Tags:
Main Course; Vegetables; Fish; Cheese/Other Dairy; BBQ/Grill;
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