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Cedar Plank Salmon on Fire Pit: BBQ Recipe for Moist, Flaky and Flavorful Fish

4 October 2025 by
Cedar Plank Salmon on Fire Pit: BBQ Recipe for Moist, Flaky and Flavorful Fish
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This recipe requires little preparation in advance and we love it: the salmon takes on the flavour of the cedar for an absolutely delicious result.  

Equipment


Ingredients

  • 1.5 L of red wine (Bordeaux, Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
  • 250 g of brown sugar 
  • 1 lemon zest 
  • 250 g of brown sugar 
  • 1 orange zest 
  • 2 star anise 
  • 2 cloves 
  • 1 piece of minced ginger 
  • 1 orange 
  • 2 cinnamon sticks 
  • 1 knife tip of grated nutmeg


The steps

Step 1:   light your fire pit.

 

Step 2: prepare the plank

Soak the cedar planks in cold water for 1 to 2 hours.

Tip: Soak the cedar planks in the sink or in a cooler filled with water. Place a heavy pot on top to keep them submerged.  

Step 3: place the salmon 

Place the salmon fillets skin side down. Mix the oil and salt. Brush the salmon with this mixture, including between the fillets. Brush with herbs.  

Step 4: grill 

Grill in the brazier for 20 to 25 minutes or until the salmon is just firm to the touch and a white liquid appears. If you have a thermometer, insert it into the centre of the fillet. The fillet is cooked when it reaches 55°C.  

Step 5: let the salmon rest

Let the salmon rest for a few minutes. The fillets should be firm, and a knife inserted into the thickest part for 10 seconds should come out warm.  

Using a spatula, place the skinless fillets on a serving dish. Sprinkle with dill leaves, if desired. Serve hot or at room temperature.

 salmon

The braziers

Discover the range of corten steel and lacquered steel braziers!

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