Grilling salmon can seem like a challenge, but with the right method, you can achieve perfectly grilled fish every time.
This foolproof technique will ensure your salmon comes out flaky, juicy, and full of flavor—just like it’s meant to be!
Discover how to make your grilling game strong and impress everyone at your next cookout.
Ingredients for this recipe:
• 2 8-ounce salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• coarse salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
Serves 3
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 7 minutes
Procedures:
1. Portion the salmon fillets to the size of your liking.
2. Pat the fish down well on all sides with a paper towel.
3. Next, drizzle on the oil and rub it in to coat it on all sides.
4. Season the fish well with coarse salt and freshly cracked pepper on both sides.
5. Preheat the grill to high heat, which is about 450° to 550°.
6. Once hot, be sure the grill is clean using a grill brush.
7. Oil the grill using a kitchen towel that is saturated with oil and rubbed on using a pair of long tongs.
8. Place the salmon flesh side down and cook for 4 minutes. Do not touch it.
9. Gently flip the salmon over, using a spatula or tongs, or both and cook it for 2 to 3 minutes or until it reaches about 125° internally.
10. Remove the salmon from the grill and add on melted butter and lemon juice and let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes.