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Wood-Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F.
- Brush the salmon fillets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the grill and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley, and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has slightly thickened.
- Remove the sauce from the heat and set aside.
- To serve, place the grilled salmon fillets on a serving platter and drizzle with the lemon butter sauce. Enjoy!
The history of wood-grilled salmon with lemon butter sauce dates back to the Pacific Northwest, where the abundance of fresh salmon and the region's love for outdoor grilling inspired this iconic dish. Renowned chefs like Tom Douglas in Seattle and Vitaly Paley in Portland have elevated the preparation of this dish, infusing it with local flavors and culinary expertise. The key to a perfect wood-grilled salmon lies in the quality of the fish, the smoky aroma from the wood fire, and the delicate balance of tangy lemon and rich butter in the sauce. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in top seafood restaurants along the West Coast.
25 min
4
300 calories
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