Grilling moist and flavorful salmon is easy when you know how to do it. While there are many ways to cook salmon, the most flavorful way is to grill it. The grill’s smokiness is a subtle way to ramp up salmon’s mild flavor with a deliciously charred quality. We’ll tell what to look for when buying salmon, cover the various types and cuts of this hardy fish and share some of our favorite grilling techniques.
Do you flip salmon on the grill? Yes, if you’re cooking the fish directly on the hot grates, you’ll start with the flesh side down first (skin facing you) then flip it over once after 2 to 3 minutes or when you see some grill marks on the layer touching the grates.
What is the best grill for salmon?
Whatever your preference – gas, electric or charcoal, a smoking hot grill between 400° and 500°F is the best grill for grilling salmon. Hot grates ensure the fish won’t stick to the grates and will lift away easily once it’s cooked.
what to look for when buying salmon
Always buy the freshest salmon for the best taste. Look for fish that smells fresh with no pungent, fishy odor. When pressed, the skin or flesh should spring back rather than retaining the indentation from your finger. For whole fish, eyes should be bright, bulging and moist. Under the dorsal fins, gills should be rich red or pink, not light brown or gray. Unless frozen, fish has a fairly short shelf life and should be cooked within two days for best results.
For top quality frozen fish, look for the letters FAS (Frozen at Sea) on the packaging. FAS fish is flash-frozen at extremely low temperatures onboard a fishing vessel within seconds of being caught.
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FAQ
Should you flip salmon on the grill?
Is salmon supposed to be flipped?
Do you grill salmon skin side down first?
How to grill a salmon the right way?
Learn how to grill a salmon the right way every time. When choosing salmon for grilling, choose fresh fillets with a mild, ocean-like smell and firm flesh, avoiding those with a strong fishy odor or soft texture. Popular choices for grilling include Chinook, Sockeye, and Coho salmon due to their rich flavor and firm texture.
Is fresh salmon safe to eat?
Yes, salmon is a source of omega 3, the fatty acid is responsible for acting in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, making the heart strong and healthy. Just be careful to analyze the supplier to make sure it doesn’t have any contamination.
Can You Grill salmon if it sticks?
First off, if you’re timid about grilling salmon because you’re afraid of it sticking, please rest assured that if your rack is clean, hot, and lightly oiled (hold a paper towel dipped in oil with tongs, and rub that over the rack), you shouldn’t have any problems. With all of these methods I tested, I only had one fillet stick just a wee bit.
What kind of salmon should I Grill?
Popular choices for grilling include Chinook, Sockeye, and Coho salmon due to their rich flavor and firm texture. Decide whether you prefer skin-on or skinless fillets, with skin-on providing added stability during grilling. Aim for consistent fillet thickness to ensure even cooking.