Salmon on cedar wood

Smoky salmon with lemon and dill; elegantly prepared over an open flame.

Who is it for?

For lovers of fish, smoky flavors, and finesse. A showstopper that’s still easy to make.

Ingredients:

1 salmon fillet (approx. 1 kg)
1 lemon, thinly sliced
Fresh dill
Salt and pepper
Olive oil

You’ll need:

Open grill or BBQ with a lid
Cedar plank (soaked in water for at least 30 minutes)
Charcoal or coconut briquettes

Here’s how to make it:

Preparation
Pat the salmon dry. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and dill, and top with lemon slices. Drizzle with oil.
Plank on the grill
Place the soaked cedar plank on the grill rack over indirect heat. Let it smoke for a moment, then place the salmon on top.
Cooking
Close the lid and cook for 20–30 minutes until the salmon is just done. Keep the temperature around 160–180 °C.
Serving
Serve directly from the plank. Delicious with green asparagus or a fresh salad.

Tip:

Don’t have cedar wood? Beech or alder wood will work too, but cedar adds that unique touch.

Salmon on Cedar Wood – simple, tender, and full of character.

Giant Flames provides your foundation

Cooking salmon on a cedar plank is a delicate preparation where finesse is key. Because the wooden plank already provides that unique, sweet smoky flavor, you need a heat source that is reliable and does not overpower the taste of the fish.

Giant Flames charcoal

Is this salmon on the menu for a weeknight, or do you simply want to get to the table quickly? Then choose our FSC-certified acacia charcoal. These coals (20-80mm) ignite very quickly, allowing you to get started in no time.

Giant Flames Coconut Briquettes

Are you serving the salmon as part of an elaborate dinner, or do you want to effortlessly maintain a constant temperature without having to keep an eye on it? Then choose our coconut briquettes. They burn for at least 3.5 hours and are 100% chemical-free. Their neutral aroma ensures that the salmon, dill, lemon, and cedar wood are the only stars of the show.

Please note: do not use briquettes in a Kamado.