Summer is finally here for you all and so
this month’s recipe has to be with seafood.Summer is finally here for you all and so this month’s recipe has to be with seafood.
Cedar Plank Smoked Salmon
Firstly you need to get a clean plank of Oregon or Cedar timber, and you can't just use any wood as it can be toxic. You will need the plank to fit your BBQ, and the BBQ needs to have a lid for this recipe.
Soak the piece of timber in water (I usually use the bath tub for this) for several hours and make sure the wood is submerged the whole time.
Heat the BBQ to a high heat, drain the wood and place the timber on to the BBQ grill. Then place the Salmon on the timber, close the lid and turn down the heat. There is no need to turn the fish, as the sealed lid cooks and smokes the whole salmon at the same time. It depends on the size and thickness of the fish to calculate the cooking time. You need to keep checking the fish to ensure it is cooked to your desire. If you enjoy your Salmon a little pink, keep a close eye on it. The wood should not ignite as it has been soaked in water.
The Salmon is deliciously sweet with a smoky taste, and really moist. It goes perfectly with our Mighty Murray Classic White wine.
Have a
great summer!
Cathryn
