![]() ![]() Marinating in BBQ sauce will add a little flavor, but it will also burn pretty easily, so I will usually skip marinating with BBQ sauce. Using just a little of your favorite dry spice rub will add some extra flavors and help form a crust on the fish. Marinating the salmon before it hits the grill is totally optional. Just be sure to make extra, as it's delicious served cold for lunch the next day with a salad and some BBQ vinaigrette. Now let's fire up the grill and scroll on down to the recipe for how to make BBQ grilled salmon. The sugars in the sauce start to caramelize and create a fantastic glaze. Grilling the fresh salmon and brushing on some sweet and tangy BBQ sauce results in a flavor explosion that is going to make your taste buds super happy. And this one turned out to be a definite win. But after eating salmon all season long, it was time to do a little experimenting with some variations. Normally, keeping salmon minimally seasoned with basic flavors is the way to go, as it allows the flavor of the beautiful salmon to shine through. It's ready in about 20 minutes, so it's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fancier Sunday supper. Have you made this recipe? Let us know how you like it in the comments below!Įditor's Note: The introduction to this recipe was updated on Jto include more information about the dish.There's the oh-so-popular BBQ chicken (and for good reason), so why not use the same technique and make BBQ salmon, too? Turns out that grilling salmon with some BBQ sauce is super delicious, quick and oh so easy. It comes topped with a bright salad of lightly pickled blistered cherry tomatoes-the perfect burst of brightness to contrast the charred filets. ![]() If you're looking for something a little friendlier on the wallet, try out this easy grilled tilapia. We thought you'd never ask! We love this delicious grilled halibut and the mango salsa that comes with it-a perfect date night meal. ![]() You can also brush your salmon with a little oil to help ensure it won't stick. This is usually a bigger problem in skillets because people often don't give them enough time to preheat, but the same still goes for the grill. It's also important to make sure your grill is nice and hot before adding the salmon. If you're feeling ANY resistance when you peek at the underside of your fish, DON'T flip! The same goes for pan-fried salmon. Fish obviously sticks to grill grates, but as soon as those lovely char marks are achieved, the fish will release from the grates and will be super easy to flip. The #1 culprit of broken grilled fish is flipping too soon. How do I flip the fish without breaking it? You could even add a splash of white wine if you're feeling fancy! The herbs are also adaptable: basil, parsley, and tarragon would all be great swaps for cilantro. Try swapping in shallots for garlic, lemon for lime juice, or brown sugar for honey. Feel free to change up the ingredients for countless delicious sauces. Once the salmon easily flakes with pressure from a fork, it's good to go! Just be sure you're checking the thickest part of the filet, as most filets have thinner, quick-cooking sections. Since salmon is fine to eat raw, we tend to check for doneness with a fork rather than a thermometer. What temperature should I cook my salmon to?Īccording to the FDA, salmon should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°. Grilling is one of the healthiest ways to cook salmon, as it doesn't require much extra fat like butter or olive oil. The skin comes off easily after being cooked.Ībsolutely! Salmon is rich in omega-3s, it's a great source of protein, and it's full of vitamins and nutrients. Cooking skinless filets may lead the fish to fall apart, but ultimately it will still taste great! (Who wants to miss out on crispy grilled skin though?!) You can always remove the skin after grilling if you prefer. Skin really helps keep the fish together while it cooks, and makes flipping so much easier. You can, but it requires a little more finesse. This grilled salmon recipe is extremely easy and incredibly quick-the whole thing comes together in just 25 minutes. Questions? Check out our FAQs below. ![]()
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