Grilled Salmon

Grilled Salmon

A simple soy sauce and brown sugar marinade with hints of lemon and garlic creates the perfect salty-sweet complement to rich salmon fillets on the grill.

155Min
6Servings
318Cal
EasyLevel
Kid friendlygluten_freedairy_free
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Equipment

Mixing bowl
Plate
Mixing spoon

Ingredients

Ingredients

salmon fillets (fresh)

680 g

lemon pepper (ground)

1 tsp

garlic powder (ground)

1 tsp

salt (fine)

1 tsp

soy sauce (liquid)

80 ml

brown sugar (packed)

67 g

water (room temperature)

80 ml

vegetable oil (neutral)

60 ml

Instructions

1

Gather ingredients

Collect all ingredients needed for the recipe.

2 min
2

Season the salmon

Season salmon fillets with lemon pepper, garlic powder, and salt on both sides.

3 min
Season both sides evenly for best flavor
3

Prepare marinade

Stir soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and vegetable oil together in a small bowl until sugar is dissolved.

3 min
Make sure sugar is completely dissolved for even flavor
4

Marinate the salmon

Place fish in a large resealable plastic bag; add soy sauce mixture, seal, and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

120 min4°Ctimer 120 min
Marinating longer enhances flavor but don't exceed 4-6 hours
5

Preheat grill

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

10 min175°C
Lightly oil the grate to prevent sticking
6

Grill the salmon

Place salmon on the preheated grill, and discard marinade. Cook salmon until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 6 to 8 minutes per side.

15 min175°Ctimer 8 min
Cook until internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F) for medium doneness
7

Serve

Serve the grilled salmon immediately while hot.

2 min
Serve with grilled vegetables like zucchini or corn

Storage

Fridge: 2 days
Reheat: Microwave 1-2 minutes or skillet over medium heat

Best served fresh. Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator. Do not freeze.

Notes

Marinate for at least 2 hours for best flavor

Great served with grilled vegetables like zucchini or corn

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