CEDAR PLANK BRAIDED SALMON WITH APPLE BUTTER SAUCE
The biggest challenge in preparation of this recipe is ensuring the braiding stays intact. Once braiding is complete and liquids poured and brushed generously over the fillets, transferring to a backing sheet, is quite simple; chilling overnight is essential. I love this recipe because of its unique flavour. Although originally developed for the barbeque, it can be successfully baked in your oven. This recipe was handed to me in preparation for a wedding reception in B.C. (August/2004); I had to adjust the ingredients, of course, to serve 150 people. Preparation was a fun exercise; the prepared salmon was cooked on a 5 ft. length, 2" X 10", water-soaked, cedar plank and placed on a large, propane-fired grill. The end result was a perfectly seasoned, delightfully flavoured, lightly smoked salmon that had the wedding guests returning to the buffet table, repeatedly, until all 24 salmon fillets had been devoured. When purchasing your salmon, have the fish-monger filet the fish, remove the skin and pin bones.... When you have purchased your cedar plank, soak the plank in cold water, overnight. Place the plank in a container of water, with a rock or brick on the plank to keep it submerged. Soaking the plank will keep it from burning during the cooking process. Not soaking it gives the salmon a stronger, smoky taste. Remember, this is not only a recipe, it is also a cooking lesson, so have patience and you will be pleased with the results. Follow the Instructions carefully, and you cannot fail. It is a wonderful recipe, the end result will amaze you and your guests praise you.
Provided by TOOLBELT DIVA
Categories Apple
Time 1h30m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To prepare Apple Butter Sauce: blend the mayo, butter and tarragon in a bowl and chill until serving time. Makes 2 cups Apple Butter Sauce.
- Fillet the salmon, removing all the bones.
- Remove the skin and pin bones.
- Oil the cedar planks and place the salmon on it.
- Slice through the salmon, from the wide end, lengthwise, to about 2 inches from the tail end.
- Repeat this motion to cut a total of seven strips that are each about 1/2" to 3/4" wide.
- Keep the tail end intact.
- Where the fish is intact at tail end, strips will be narrower.
- Measure out half of the maple syrup and reserve.
- Combine remaining maple syrup with whiskey, or liqueur.
- Brush whiskey mixture all over salmon strips to generously coat.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- To braid: Mentally label the strips starting from the left as numbers 1 through 7.
- Starting with strip number 4 lift it over strips 1 through 3, so that it is now on the outside left-hand side.
- Next, take strip number 3 and lift it over strips 5 through 7 (to the right side).
- Now, start again, renumbering the strips from 1 through 7.
- Again, lift (the new) strip number 4 to the far left and (the new) strip number 3 to the right.
- Continue in this manner until you have braided the whole length of fish.
- Repeat braiding steps for second fillet.
- Pat the braided fish into one compact length.
- Either skewer the loose ends together or simply press together to keep in place.
- At this point, the planked, braided salmon can be set on a backing sheet, covered and chilled overnight.
- To finish the salmon: pour the maple butter and reserved syrup generously over the salmon; use a pastry brush to force the liquid into nooks and crannies.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat BBQ to medium heat, or oven to 350°F.
- To Barbeque the Salmon: Place the plank on a grill, over medium heat, on the upper rack, if your bbq has one.
- Close lid (or cover salmon with foil roasting pan).
- Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork and internal temp for the fish reaches 120°F.
- Alternatively: Preheat oven to 350°F.
- To roast the salmon in the oven, place the plank on a foil lined, rimmed baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes.
- Remove plank and salmon from heat.
- Dust salmon liberally with maple sugar.
- Salmon may be served hot or cold right from the plank.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if using.
- Serve with chilled Apple Butter Sauce.
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Debbie
[email protected]This dish was a hit at my potluck! Everyone loved the salmon and the apple butter sauce. I will definitely be making this again.
Abnan Shofiqul
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fish, but I loved this recipe. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the apple butter sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.
Jonathan Nyirenda
[email protected]This recipe is perfect for a special occasion. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like a restaurant-quality dish.
Marwan Elsayad
[email protected]I'm allergic to apples, so I had to substitute the apple butter sauce with something else. The dish still turned out great!
P C
[email protected]This recipe was way too complicated. I ended up giving up and ordering takeout instead.
Paul Maximas
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my salmon came out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Gadisa Abdaalla
[email protected]This dish was a bit too fishy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a different type of fish.
Homer Carr
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was pretty good. The salmon was cooked well and the apple butter sauce was tasty. However, I think it could have used a bit more seasoning.
merrick hodges
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the salmon to stay on the cedar plank. Other than that, the recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious.
Mumin islam Mumin islam
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred a different sauce. The salmon itself was cooked perfectly, though.
Suranjon Mollick
[email protected]I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The sweetness of the apple butter sauce paired perfectly with the savory salmon. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Reka Bibi
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The salmon was moist and flaky, and the apple butter sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.
debstarofficial
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was cooked perfectly and the apple butter sauce was amazing. I would definitely make this again.
camilla harris
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it. The salmon was cooked to perfection and the apple butter sauce was delicious. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves salmon.
Dwayne Houtz
[email protected]The flavors in this dish were amazing! The sweetness of the apple butter sauce paired perfectly with the rich salmon. I will definitely be making this again.
wolf_ minecraft
[email protected]I've never cooked salmon on a cedar plank before, but this recipe made it easy. The fish turned out moist and flavorful, and the apple butter sauce was the perfect complement. Will definitely be making this again!
BBH Media
[email protected]This cedar plank braided salmon with apple butter sauce was a hit at my dinner party! The salmon was cooked perfectly, and the apple butter sauce added a delicious sweetness and tang. I would definitely make this again.