Grilled Sesame Salmon with Cyprus Hardwood Smoked Flake Salt

1. 1

   Preheat a covered grill to medium heat (about 375F).

2. 2

   Combine the black and white sesame seeds in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Crush the peppercorns with the flat side of a broad knife, like a cleaver or a chefs knife.

4. 4

   Add the pepper and the ginger to the sesame seeds and stir to combine.

5. 5

   Set aside.

6. 6

   Coat both sides of the salmon with 2 teaspoons of the sesame oil.

7. 7

   Scatter the sesame seed mixture all over both sides of the salmon and press lightly into the flesh.

8. 8

   Brush the grill grate thoroughly with a wire brush to clean it, and coat it lightly with oil.

9. 9

   Grill the fish for 10 minutes with the lid down, turning halfway through, until the surface is crisp and browned and the flesh feels slightly spongy when pressed at its thickest spot.

10. 10

    Gently pull apart the flesh at the thickest part; the center should still be a translucent, darker pink.

11. 11

    Transfer to a platter using a wide spatula.

12. 12

    Drizzle the remaining teaspoon of sesame oil over the fish and sprinkle with the salt.

13. 13

    Scatter the chopped sesame leaves over the top and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.