Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsSpeziaWood Grilled Fresh Atlantic Salmon Recipe

Wood Grilled Fresh Atlantic Salmon Recipe

Inspired by Spezia
Time1h 10m
Serves4

Make Wood Grilled Fresh Atlantic Salmon Recipe in just 1h 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Fish

Wood Chips

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Salmon

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and black pepper. Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the fish. Ensure the fillets are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.

  2. 2

    Soak the Wood Chips

    While the salmon is marinating, soak the hickory wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. This will help them produce smoke while grilling.

Grilling

  1. 3

    Prepare the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, arrange the coals on one side to create a hot zone and a cooler zone. If using a gas grill, only light half of the burners.

  2. 4

    Add Wood Chips

    Drain the soaked hickory wood chips and wrap them in aluminum foil, creating a pouch. Poke a few holes in the pouch to allow smoke to escape. Place the pouch directly over the heat source of the grill.

  3. 5

    Grill the Salmon

    Remove the salmon from the marinade and gently shake off excess liquid. Place the fillets skin-side down on the grill grates over the cooler side of the grill. Close the lid and grill for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Use a spatula to carefully lift the fillets off the grill.

Serving

  1. 6

    Plate the Dish

    Transfer the grilled salmon fillets onto a serving platter. Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh dill sprigs for added flavor and presentation.

  2. 7

    Enjoy!

    Serve immediately while hot, and enjoy your delicious wood-grilled fresh Atlantic salmon.

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