Alder Grilled Fresh Alaskan King Salmon with a Ligh

Name: Alder Grilled Fresh Alaskan King Salmon with a Light Juniper and Sage Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pinch ground celery seed; Pinch minced garlic or garlic powder; Pinch lemon pepper; Pinch minced onion or onion powder; 1 large handful fresh sage leaves, chopped (preferably red or purple flavorful variety); 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or lemon thyme; 1/4 cup light olive oil; 1/2 cup good quality balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup dry white wine; A few dashes of umeboshi plum vinegar (Available in Asian or gourmet groceries. If unavailable, sea salt may be substituted); Dash of water; Alden chips; 2 large King salmon fillets; 2 tablespoons fresh juniper berries, crumbled; Whole sage leaves; Lemon slices, for garnish

Servings: persons

Pinch ground celery seed
Pinch minced garlic or garlic powder
Pinch lemon pepper
Pinch minced onion or onion powder
1 large handful fresh sage leaves, chopped (preferably red or purple flavorful variety)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or lemon thyme
1/4 cup light olive oil
1/2 cup good quality balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup dry white wine
A few dashes of umeboshi plum vinegar (Available in Asian or gourmet groceries. If unavailable, sea salt may be substituted)
Dash of water
Alden chips
2 large King salmon fillets
2 tablespoons fresh juniper berries, crumbled
Whole sage leaves
Lemon slices, for garnish

1
Preheat a grill.
2
Whisk together celery seed, garlic, lemon pepper, onion, chopped sage leaves, thyme, oil, balsamic vinegar, wine, plum vinegar, and a dash of water (quantities of liquid and dry spice ingredients are best adjusted to individual taste).
3
Place alder chips over coals of grill to add flavorful smoke (mesquite may be substituted).
4
Dredge fillets lightly in marinade then rub in juniper berries and a few whole sage leaves.
5
Place on hot grill (medium high if controllable).
6
Cook for about 10 minutes per side.
7
(Salmon is best cooked until it is still moist, but flesh starts to flake easily with a fork and translucency is gone.
8
Salmon is a bit forgiving, so if it's not quite done, put it back on the grill...but don't cook it until it dries out!)
9
Garnish with lemon slices.
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This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
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The FN chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

242

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pinch ground celery seed, Pinch minced garlic or garlic powder, Pinch lemon pepper, Pinch minced onion or onion powder, and more.

Yes, Alder Grilled Fresh Alaskan King Salmon with a Light Juniper and Sage Marinade falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Alder Grilled Fresh Alaskan King Salmon with a Light Juniper and Sage Marinade

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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