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Perfect Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe with Creamy Dill Butter

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A quick and easy cedar plank salmon recipe featuring smoky, juicy salmon topped with a rich and creamy dill butter. Perfect for grilling outdoors and impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on salmon fillets (6–8 oz / 170–225 g each), ideally wild-caught
  • 1 large cedar plank (soaked in water for at least 1 hour)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing the salmon

Instructions

  1. Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 60 minutes to prevent burning.
  2. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, chopped fresh dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside about 1 tablespoon for serving.
  3. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush the top side lightly with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat (around 350°F / 175°C) for indirect cooking.
  5. Place the soaked cedar plank on the grill grates and close the lid for 3-5 minutes until it starts to smoke and crackle gently.
  6. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the plank. Spread a generous dollop of the creamy dill butter evenly over each fillet. Close the grill lid.
  7. Cook for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare or 145°F (63°C) for fully cooked.
  8. Carefully transfer the cedar plank with salmon to a heat-safe surface. Spoon the reserved dill butter over the hot fillets and garnish with extra fresh dill or lemon slices if desired.

Notes

Soak cedar plank thoroughly to prevent burning. Use indirect heat on the grill. Avoid overcooking salmon to keep it moist. Keep grill lid closed to trap smoke. Butter can be made ahead and stored in fridge. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil or vegan spread.

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