Marinated Grilled Butterflied Salmon Recipe

Name: Marinated Grilled Butterflied Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole salmon, butterflied; MARINADE; 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar (use only brown); 1/2 cup rye whiskey; 1 tablespoon molasses; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon pepper; 2 -3 minced fresh garlic cloves

Servings: persons

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["To prepare and butterfly salmon: Remove head, tail and fins from the salmon.", "Run a sharp knife down backbone until salmon opens flat.", "Remove backbone.", "If you desire you can scrape some of the scales from the salmon's skin.", "Wash the salmon well with very cold water; pat dry with a paper towel.", "Place fish flesh-side down in a dish, large enough to hold the length and width of the butterflied salmon.", "Combine all marinade ingredients; mix well and pour over the salmon in the dish.", "Cover and place in the fridge overnight or until ready to grill.", "When ready to grill, remove salmon from the marinade.", "Place skin-side down on heavy-duty foil, or if you are lucky enough to have a special fish grilling utensil, the kind that locks the fish in between two metal sides, you can use that also.", "Grill until flesh is ""opaque"" and the salmon flakes easily (about 20-30) minutes.", "Delicious!"]

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole salmon, butterflied, MARINADE, 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar (use only brown), 1/2 cup rye whiskey, and more.

Yes, Marinated Grilled Butterflied Salmon 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.

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Marinated Grilled Butterflied Salmon

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