Firecracker Grilled Salmon

Jul 04, 2025

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz. each)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 green onion, thinly slice
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 

 

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine salt, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes, ground ginger, garlic cloves, maple syrup, olive oil, green onion, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar. Pour 1/4 cup marinade into a large resealable container. Add salmon; seal container and turn to coat salmon. Refrigerate for up to 30 minutes. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. 
  2. Drain salmon, discarding marinade in container. Place salmon, skin side down, on a greased grill rack. Grill, covered over high heat or broil 3-4 inches from the heat for 5-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork, basting occasionally with remaining marinade. 

 

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