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lapsang tea rubbed cedar plank salmon

Tea Rubbed Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon

Cedar plank salmon an easy, flavorful grilling recipe elevated by a smoky black tea based spiced rub for next level flavor.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 258kcal
Author: Marwin Brown

Ingredients

FOR THE SALMON

  • 1 ½  lbs Fresh Salmon
  • 1 Cedar Wood Plank

FOR THE TEA RUB

  • 2 tbsps Lapsang Tea
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • ½ tablespoon Black Pepper
  • ½ tablespoon Sea Salt or Kosher
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Instructions

MAKE THE RUB

  • Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and set aside

MAKE THE SALMON

  • Soak the cedar plank in water for a minimum of one hour prior to grilling
  • Season the fish with choice of spice rub and let sit for 30 minutes
  • Place the fillet skin side down onto the soaked cedar plank.
  • Place the planked fish on a hot grill (375 degrees) and close the lid. The plank will begin to smoke.
  • Cook to desired doneness (usually 10-20 minutes depending on the thickness of the fish)
  • Remove and serve straight from the plank. Garnish with lime and cilantro

Notes

NOTES:
Soak the planks in water first so they don't burn on the grill
Salmon and trout (steelhead) are interchangeable in this recipe. You just want a thicker meatier cut to hold up to the heat and flavors
Don't cook at too high a temperature. 375 degrees is as high as you want to go. Anything else will cook the salmon too fast which can lead to uneven cooking with perhaps an uncooked center.
Also, too fast cooking time prevents maximizing the cedar flavor. As with any protein, allow it to reach room temperature before cooking
Splash the salmon with lime juice just before serving

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 93mg | Sodium: 981mg | Potassium: 930mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0g | Vitamin A: 1500IU | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2.2mg
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