The reason why salmon is considered the king of fish is because it not only tastes good but offer a number of health benefits. All fishes posses a fat called Omega-3, this fat has proven to be beneficial in fighting of diseases such as hypertension and arthritis. Salmon is regarded as the king of fish because it is one of the best sources of Omega-3.
One way to enjoy this dish is by cooking it over the grill. No wonder the internet is flooded with numerous BBQ salmon recipes. Not only do they taste good, but BBQ salmon recipes are relatively easy to follow. The secret is having a good marinade and cooking it at the right temperature. There are many BBQ salmon recipes that taste good, here is one example.
BBQ Salmon With Lemon and Herbs
Ingredients:
•4 table spoons of Olive Oil
•2 garlic cloves that have been minced
• 2 lemons deseeded and juiced
•2 tablespoons of finely diced capers
• half a cup of finely chopped dill leaves
•3 sprigs of thyme
•1 lemon cut into 8 even wedges
•10 6oz fillets of Atlantic salmon
Put the first 6 ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Give it a good mix so that the olive oil is incorporated with the other ingredients. Do this properly and you have made a vinaigrette. Put fillets and marinade in a big zip-lock and refrigerate for an hour turning occasionally.
Preheat your grill to a medium-high heat. Remember, the salmon must be grilled with the skinned side up, leave it that way for 4 minutes, give it a turn and cook for 6 or 7 minutes. A toothpick can tell the difference between a raw and a cooked fish. Insert the toothpick into the thickest part of the fish, feeling it as it goes down. If it penetrates the fish smoothly, meaning you don’t feel any resistance, it means that the fish is cooked. If the fish seems to resist the toothpick, it’s not yet cooked. If you can feel even the slightest of resistance, it means that the fish is not yet done.
Try these newly learned tips the next time you follow BBQ salmon recipes.
