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Seared Salmon with Grilled Asparagus & Lemon Vinaigrette

  • People

    Serves 4

  • Prep Time

    10 min.

  • Cooking Time

    8 - 10 min.

  • Difficulty

    Medium

  • BBQ Temperature

    180°C-230°C

  • Method

    Direct

Ingredients
Instructions

the Ingredients

Salmon 4

Lemon Vinaigrette

  • Completed step 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • Completed step 1 tsp finely grated lemon zest
  • Completed step Juice of half a lemon
  • Completed step 5g finely chopped dill
  • Completed step 1 tsp sea salt
  • Completed step 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Completed step ½ tsp ground black pepper

Asparagus

  • Completed step 28 thick asparagus spears (about 680g)
  • Completed step Extra-virgin olive oil
  • Completed step Sea salt and ground black pepper
  • Completed step Finely grated lemon zest

Salmon

  • Completed step 4 salmon fillets (skin-on, about 150-180g each)
  • Completed step 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • Completed step 1 tsp sea salt
  • Completed step ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • Completed step ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Special Equipment

  • Griddle

Instructions

    In the Kitchen:

  • Prepare the vinaigrette: In a bowl, whisk together all the vinaigrette ingredients. Set aside.
  • Prepare the asparagus: Trim by bending each spear until it snaps at the natural breaking point. Discard the tough ends.
  • Season the salmon: Pat fillets dry with a paper towel. Rub with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
  • At the Barbecue:

  • Cook the Asparagus: set up the barbecue for direct cooking over medium heat (180°C-230°C).
  • Pour 300ml of water into the wok. Preheat the wok and steamer on the barbecue until the water is simmering. Steam the asparagus for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
  • Flash grill the asparagus for 30 seconds per side to add a slight char.
  • Sear the Salmon on the Griddle: preheat the BBQ griddle plate for 5 minutes over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the surface.
  • Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the hot griddle. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving until the skin is crisp.
  • Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 52°C-55°C (medium) or 60°C for well done. Remove from heat and let rest for 1-2 minutes.
  • Assemble & Serve: arrange the asparagus on a warmed platter.
  • Whisk the vinaigrette to recombine, then drizzle over the asparagus.
  • Place the seared salmon fillets on top and garnish with toasted seeds and a sprinkle of lemon zest.

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