Salmon Steak Roasted on a Cedar Plank with Roasted

Name: Salmon Steak Roasted on a Cedar Plank with Roasted Tomatillo Sauce and Chipotle Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (3 by 8-inch) untreated cedar shingles soaked in water for 2 hours; Vegetable oil, for brushing shingles; 4 salmon fillets (8 ounces each); Salt and pepper; 8 medium tomatillos, husked; 4 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 small red onion, peeled and quartered; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 canned chipotle; 1/4 cup cilantro leaves; 2 teaspoons honey; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 6 potatoes, peeled, quartered and boiled; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3/4 cup heavy cream, warmed; 1 tablespoons chipotle puree; 4 cloves roasted garlic, smashed to a paste; Salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

4 (3 by 8-inch) untreated cedar shingles soaked in water for 2 hours
Vegetable oil, for brushing shingles
4 salmon fillets (8 ounces each)
Salt and pepper
8 medium tomatillos, husked
4 garlic cloves, peeled
1 small red onion, peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 canned chipotle
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
2 teaspoons honey
Salt and freshly ground pepper
6 potatoes, peeled, quartered and boiled
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup heavy cream, warmed
1 tablespoons chipotle puree
4 cloves roasted garlic, smashed to a paste
Salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Preheat a grill to high.
2
Remove shingles from water and brush with vegetable oil on both sides.
3
Place on the grill and allow to heat through, about 10 minutes.
4
Remove to a sheet pan.
5
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Season salmon with salt and pepper, then sear on all sides quickly.
6
Place a salmon fillet on each shingle and cover sheet pan with foil.
7
Place in oven and cook until just done, about 5 to 8 minutes.
8
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Rub the tomatillos, garlic and onion with olive oil, place on a baking sheet, and roast for 20 minutes or until the tomatillos are soft.
9
Place all the ingredients in a food processor and puree until smooth, season with salt and pepper to taste.
10
Place potatoes in a large bowl, add butter, warm cream, chipotle puree and garlic and mash until smooth.
11
Season with salt and pepper.

2025

kcal

Calories

198

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (3 by 8-inch) untreated cedar shingles soaked in water for 2 hours, Vegetable oil, for brushing shingles, 4 salmon fillets (8 ounces each), Salt and pepper, and more.

Yes, Salmon Steak Roasted on a Cedar Plank with Roasted Tomatillo Sauce and Chipotle Mashed Potatoes 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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Salmon Steak Roasted on a Cedar Plank with Roasted Tomatillo Sauce and Chipotle Mashed Potatoes

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