Sweet and Spicy Grilled Salmon Recipe

Name: Sweet and Spicy Grilled Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Frank's; 1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon snipped chives; 8 stalks celery, very thinly sliced in half moons on an angle; 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced; Four 5-ounce center-cut skin-on salmon fillets, about 1 inch thick; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable oil, for oiling the grill

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Frank's
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1 tablespoon snipped chives
8 stalks celery, very thinly sliced in half moons on an angle
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
Four 5-ounce center-cut skin-on salmon fillets, about 1 inch thick
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable oil, for oiling the grill

1
Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan on medium high.
2
Mix together the hot sauce, brown sugar, paprika and cayenne in a small bowl.
3
Transfer 1 tablespoon of the mixture to a large bowl and whisk in the mayonnaise; set aside the rest of the sauce.
4
Add the chives, celery and onions to the bowl with the mayonnaise and toss well.
5
Sprinkle the salmon with salt and pepper.
6
Brush the grill grate lightly with oil.
7
Lay the salmon on the grill, skin-side up, and cook until distinct grill marks appear and the salmon releases easily from the grate, 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Turn and brush the fish with some of the reserved sauce.
9
Continue to cook the fish, brushing the pieces periodically with the sauce, until the salmon fillets are glazed and just cooked through, 13 to 15 minutes more.
10
Transfer the fillets to individual plates and serve with the celery slaw.

104

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Frank's, 1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Sweet and Spicy Grilled 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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Sweet and Spicy Grilled Salmon

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Variations & substitutions

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