Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

butter

cubed

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

3 unit

salmon fillet

2 unit

lemons

thinly sliced

2 cup

hickory chips

soaked

1 cup

mayonnaise

0.25 cup

sweet pickles

chopped

1 tsp

onion

finely chopped

0.75 tsp

ground mustard

0.25 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

Step 1
~2 min

Combine butter and minced garlic in a small saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Cook over medium heat until butter is melted, stirring occasionally.

Step 3
~2 min

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of the butter mixture over the salmon fillet.

Step 4
~2 min

Top the salmon with thinly sliced lemon.

Step 5
~2 min

Set aside the remaining butter mixture for basting.

Key Technique: Basting
Step 6
~2 min

Coat the grill rack with cooking spray.

Step 7
~2 min

Add soaked hickory chips to the grill according to the manufacturer's directions.

Step 8
~2 min

Place the salmon skin side down on the grill rack.

Step 9
~2 min

Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Carefully spoon some of the reserved butter mixture over the salmon.

Step 11
~2 min

Cover and grill for 15-20 minutes longer, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 12
~2 min

Baste occasionally with the remaining butter mixture.

Step 13
~2 min

While the salmon is grilling, combine mayonnaise, chopped sweet pickles, finely chopped onion, ground mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a small bowl.

Key Technique: Grilling
Step 14
~2 min

Mix well to combine the tartar sauce ingredients.

Step 15
~2 min

Serve the grilled hickory barbecued salmon with the prepared tartar sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the salmon is cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Adjust the amount of hickory chips to control the smokiness.

Make the tartar sauce ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Tartar sauce can be made ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with grilled vegetables or a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled asparagus
Roasted potatoes
Quinoa salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Barbecued salmon is a popular dish in many regions of North America, often associated with outdoor cooking and summer gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Summer
Barbecue
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

65/100

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