Description
Grilled Chipotle-Orange Salmon is a mouthwatering dish that combines the sweet and smoky flavors of chipotle and orange, creating a delectable glaze for fresh salmon. Perfect for summer cookouts, family gatherings, or romantic dinners, this easy-to-prepare recipe will elevate your grilling skills and impress your guests. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll serve up a stunning dish that highlights the rich taste of salmon while offering a hint of spice. Whether served on its own or accompanied by vibrant sides, this grilled salmon will quickly become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb salmon fillet (skin on)
- Zest and juice from 1 large orange
- 1/2 T olive oil
- 1 T brown sugar
- 1 tsp chipotle chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak a cedar plank in beer and water for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together orange zest, juice, olive oil, brown sugar, chipotle powder, and cumin.
- Place the soaked cedar plank on the grill and add the salmon skin-side down.
- Rub the marinade over the salmon and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill at medium-high heat (415°F) for 25 to 30 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg