Salmón a los cítricos a la barbacoa

Ingredientes

• 1 3/4 lb (800 g) salmon fillets with skin
• 1 cup (250 ml) fresh cilantro, well packed (about 1 whole bunch)
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) maple syrup
• Juice and zest of 1 orange
• Juice and zest of 1 lime
• Juice and zest of 1 lemon
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Préparation ---

2. 2

   In a large airtight dish, place the salmon fillets, flesh side down. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a blender, food processor or with an immersion blender, put the cilantro, garlic, olive oil, maple syrup, juices and zests of orange, lime and lemon. Salt and pepper. Blend into a vibrant green puree.

4. 4

   Pour three quarters of the marinade over the salmon and coat well. Reserve the remaining quarter in a separate container in the fridge for basting (never reuse marinade that has touched raw fish. Risk of cross-contamination). Close the dish and refrigerate 1 hour.

5. 5

   Preheat the BBQ to maximum power, then reduce to medium power. Place the Cookina reusable cooking sheet on the BBQ grate, close the lid and let heat for 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove the salmon fillets from the marinade and drain them. Place them on the cooking sheet, flesh side down, and cook 8 to 10 minutes to lightly caramelize the flesh.

7. 7

   Using a large spatula, gently flip the salmon fillets (only once!) and continue cooking 5 to 10 minutes skin side, basting them with the reserved fresh marinade like a ninja, until the flesh flakes easily with a fork. The exact time depends on the thickness of the fillet. A thin salmon will cook much less time than a thick fillet.

8. 8

   Serve immediately with rice, grilled vegetables or your favorite fresh salad.