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Wednesday, June 11, 2014

The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze

What does Summer mean to you? Dining & entertaining? For me, it means firing up the BBQ & grilling! Oh I know the BBQ is suppose to be the man's territory but there is no rule against us girls throwing some good summer grub on the fire too!

Grilling also doesn't have to be all about burgers and brauts!  It can be fancy too and that is what I am sharing with you today! Some simple, fancy, easy grill recipes! (All recipes can be found at the end of this post)

I had spotted these White Wine Planks when I was shopping at my local World Market recently, and plopped a couple of packages into my cart. A few other items made into my cart too and I'll share those as we go along.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
On my way home I stopped by the grocery store and picked up some salmon and other goodies for our dinner.

Grilling with cedar planks is really easy.  Just soak the boards in water for a few hours before you begin.  I found that filling the sink with water, placing the planks in and topping off with a bowl filled with water to keep them submerged was the best method.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
I had picked up a bottle of Mesquite Smoked Pacific Sea Salt and the Bronco Bob's Roasted Raspberry Chipolte Sauce at World Market too.
I used the sea salt as a rub on the salmon filet and the sauce as a glaze.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
Salmon wasn't the only thing on the menu.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
I cubed up some red potatoes, diced up some red onion and garlic, added some butter then sprinkled everything with some more of the smoked sea salt.  I wrapped the potatoes up in some foil and placed on the grilled, pre-heated to 450 degrees, while I prepped the rest of dinner.

After the potatoes had cooked for about 10 minutes, I placed the soaked plank with the seasoned salmon on the grill.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
I closed the lid and let it cook for about 20 minutes until the salmon flaked easily. I then brushed on some of the Raspberry Chipolte Sauce and then grabbed another great grilling tool from World Market. 
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
This non-stick grill skillet is pretty awesome!
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
The removable handle makes it so easy to store in between uses. It can be used to grill up all kinds of vegetables and even shrimp!

I cut some cherry tomatoes in half into a bowl, added some olive oil and sprinkled with, you guessed it, smoked sea salt.  I then took the basket out to the grill and, while the salmon and potatoes finished cooking, tossed the tomatoes into the basket.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
I closed the lid and went back to the kitchen and finely diced up some red onion and a seeded jalapeno.

I gave the basket a few shakes to get the tomatoes softened and when done, placed them in a bowl, added the onion and jalapeno, and let the heat release the flavors but keep the crunch.

I removed the salmon and potato packet from the grill and let them rest a bit before serving.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze

The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
The warm grilled tomatoes were placed on a bed of baby spinach and drizzled with a balsamic vinaigrette.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze

The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
The potatoes got a dash of pepper.
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
And the salmon?  It needed nothing more!
The Best Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Raspberry Chipotle Glaze
Everything on the plate, made on the grill!  So many great flavors on that plate! Mr. B declared the meal "restaurant worthy!" He said it was something he would order at a fancy resort while on vacation!  Well that is high praise my friends!

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Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon With Roasted Raspberry Chipolte Glaze
White Wine Plank 
1 1/4 lb fresh salmon 
1 tablespoon Mesquite Smoked Pacific Sea Salt 
1/2 cup Bronco Bob's Roasted Raspberry Chipolte Sauce

Soak cedar plank for several hours in water.  Wipe dry and rub one side with olive oil. Place the salmon on the oiled side of the plank and sprinkle smoked salt over the salmon and rub to cover all sides. Place the plank on the rack of the grill that has been pre-heated to 450 degrees.  Close the lid and allow the salmon to cook for 20-30 minutes, checking often.  If the plank starts to burn, use tongs to move the plank to a cooler side of the grill. Brush on the chipolte sauce, close the grill lid, and allow to cook 5 minutes more.  Salmon can be served on the plank or placed on dinnerware. 


Grilled Potato Packets
5-6 medium red potatoes, cubed
1/4 of a red onion, diced
1 tablespoon crushed garlic
2 tablespoons butter, cubed

Toss all but the butter together and place on a square of heavy duty foil. Place the butter on top and seal the foil completely.  Place on rack of grill, pre-heated to 450 degrees, for 30-35 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

Cherry Tomato Spinach Salad 
1/2 lb cherry tomatoes, cut in half
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/8 cup finely diced red onion
1/8 cup finely diced jalapeno (seeds and membrane removed)

Toss the tomatoes, salt and olive oil together.  Place in grill basket and set on rack of grill, pre-heated to 450 degrees, for 8-10 minutes, shaking basket several times.  Once the tomatoes are soft and are releasing their juices well, remove from grill and place into a bowl with the onion & jalapeno.  Stir together and let set for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm on a bed of baby spinach and drizzle with vinaigrette.

Balsamic Vinaigrette
1 Cup Olive Oil
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 tablespoon crushed garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Combine all ingredients in a jar, place the lid on, and shake well until all ingredients are fully combined.  Leftover vinaigrette can be stored in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.  Shake well before each use.

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43 comments:

  1. Grilling on planks is something my hubby has been wanting to try! Thanks for all the tips and the yummy recipes!

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  2. Salmon is my favorite fish!! I've never done cedar plank salmon myself - but this sounds sooo delicious, I have to try it!! The potatoes and salad sound great too!! :)

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  3. Kathe, it all sounds so delish... we haven't tried the plank grilling but, I am sure it will now be on our summer to do list...

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  4. I'm coming over for dinner!!!! Everything looks so tasty!

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  5. This looks amazing. I'm showing it to my husband--maybe he knows where to pick up some white pine planks since we live nowhere near a World Market (though we used to, and I adore that place!).

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  6. Kathe, that looks amazing. I'll be trying it soon when company comes into town!

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  7. Oh man! That sounds SO good! Lovely pics, too. :)

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  8. Love World Market! (And you almost make me like salmon!)

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  9. This looks amazing! I need to look for those planks next time I'm at World Market. I love that store!

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  10. I love cooking on cedar planks!! Sometimes they are hard to find, now I know where to look! Love this recipe, flavor just rocks!!

    Hugs

    PS Pinning!!

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  11. This looks delicious. I am always looking for new ways to make salmon.

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  12. I've never heard of grilling on a plank. I am so curious now.

    You made this salmon look great!

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  13. The entire meal sounds like a dinner made in heaven. I love shopping World Market.

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  14. I normally do not like salmon, but you made it look amazing!.. I really want to try that sauce! I also could really use one of those grilling baskets.

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  15. The tomatoes look amazing...pinned!

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  16. I have never heard of grilling on planks! I am not a fish eater, but my husband is and we got a new grill, so we might have to give this a go as I'm really intrigued. And I was about to say you had me at the tomatoes, I see that Patti's comment beat me to it! ^^ And I totally want that pan ... I saw one recently and nearly got it. Now I see I should have!

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  17. Looks super yummy Kathe! Thanx for sharing at THT. Would you please add a link to the party on the actual post. Thanx!:)

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  18. Thanks for the idea about using flavored sauces on salmon. Pulling those out of the cupboard this weekend! Oven foil potatoes perfect side! Visiting from Home & Garden today.

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  19. Looks amazing and i think my family would love this! Thanks for sharing on the Thursday Blog Hop!

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  20. Wow this looks so yummy! My husband loves salmon.

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  21. Nice! I've never seen white wine planks before. I can't wait to try them! I saw your picture on the Weekend Re-Treat and wanted to stop by and say hello!

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  22. Oh my goodness this is divine.. We eat a lot of fish and planked salmon is one we make too. Yours is perfect! Thank you for sharing your sweet blog at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop. ♥

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  23. This looks so delicious, I always make salmon for myself and my son-in-law and I know my son-in-law will love this recipe. Thanks so much for sharing the best grilled cedar plank salmon recipe on Foodie Friends Friday party this week. I've pinned and shared.

    We look forward to seeing you again soon with another delicious recipe.

    A Foodie Friends Friday co-host,
    Joanne/WineLady Cooks

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  24. I was thinking restaurant worthy as I was reading this. Now I'm hungry.

    Madonna
    MakeMineLemon

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  25. Great to see you back on foodie friday... your salmon looks terrrifc.

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  26. We love cedar plank Salmon, but have never tried the chipotle! Off to World Market I go!

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  27. Oh my, this looks so good and sounds delicious. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me.

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  28. Kathe, your dinner looks delicious! ♥ raspberry chipotle sauce.

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  29. Yum! Looks delicious! Thank you so much for sharing at Tuesdays at Our Home. Hugs, Maria

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  30. Just grabbed this and scheduled for FB and shared on Google+ cause I LOVE Cedar planked Salmon!!
    And that sauce really rocks!! Pinned also

    Hugs from Freedom Fridays!!

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  31. That looks SO good and PERFECT for summer! Thanks for linking up to The Creative Exchange!

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  32. Wow, does this ever look and sound delicious, Kathe! I have salmon in the freezer, so will be giving this a try!

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  33. Love plank fish, it gives it such an amazing flavor!

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  34. You had me at "Raspberry Chipotle". I admit, I'm not a big fish fan, but I bet I could tweak this to work with some chicken or steak and it would be just as good! Thanks for linking up with Creative Spark!

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  35. I love cooking on cedar planks! I first tried it a few years ago and got hooked immediately :). The Chipotle sounds wonderful too Kathe, something I've used many times but adding raspberries definitely would give it a subtle touch of sweetness.

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  36. Kathe, this looks so good! Thank you for sharing. You will be one of the features today at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House! Hope to see your prettiness again at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  37. This looks so beautiful! Fancy! I bet it tastes amazing. Pinned. Thanks for being a part of our party. We love having you! Please stop by tonight at 7 pm and party with us! http://loulougirls.blogspot.com
    Happy Monday! Lou Lou Girls

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