Description
This easy BBQ salmon recipe is completely foolproof. Grill skin-side down with BBQ sauce for perfect results every time. Add salmon to your next cookout!
Ingredients
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- 4 6-ounce salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high (400°F) and oil the grates well. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 2 minutes undisturbed to set the skin and prevent sticking.
- Brush the tops of the salmon fillets generously with BBQ sauce. Close the grill lid and reduce heat to 375°F if needed.
- Continue cooking with the lid closed for 8 more minutes, or until salmon flakes easily and reaches your desired internal temperature (125-135°F for medium-rare to medium-well).
- Remove from grill. Garnish with chopped chives.
Notes
- Skin-side cooking: This method keeps the delicate flesh from sticking to the grates while the skin crisps up beautifully. The skin will release easily when the salmon is done.
- BBQ sauce options: Use your favorite store-bought sauce or make my homemade Pineapple BBQ Sauce.
- Temperature guide: 125°F for medium-rare, 130°F for medium, 135°F for medium-well. The salmon will continue cooking slightly during the rest period.
- Alternative method: For extra smoky flavor, you can start flesh-side down for 2-3 minutes to get a nice char, then flip to skin-side down and finish as directed. This adds great flavor but requires more attention.
- No skin fillets: If using skinless fillets, oil the grates extra well and reduce cooking time by 1-2 minutes.
- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce to your BBQ sauce for a kick.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Easy Recipes
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American