Grilled Salmon Two Ways

We kept this pair of recipes simple. For option 1 you can add your favorite sauce to enhance the grilled salmon or garnish with just a wedge of lemon. Serve with roasted new potatoes and a simple salad.

Option 1

1 whole salmon fillet, about 1 kg (2 lb)
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
Heat barbecue to medium. Oil grill to prevent sticking.

Directions Place fillet, skin side down, on barbecue. Close lid and let salmon cook through, 10 to 15 minutes. Place on a platter and serve.
Makes 4 servings.

Option 2

60 ml (4 tbsp) mayonnaise (full fat is best)
15 ml (1 tbsp) lemon juice
5 ml (1 tsp) salt
15 ml (1 tbsp) freshly ground pepper
1 whole salmon fillet, about 1 kg (2 lb) Heat barbecue to medium. Oil grill to prevent sticking.

Directions

In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Place fillet, skin side down, on a sheet of foil and evenly spread mayonnaise mixture over top. Tent some foil over salmon and place on barbecue. Grill for 10 to 15 minutes until fish is cooked through. Place on a platter and serve.
Makes 4 servings.

Source Link Vancouver Sun