Source: Nelea Reazanteva, AdobeStockCooking over an open flame makes even the most familiar dishes shine with new flavors. Grilled chum salmon always turns out juicy, appetizing, and very tasty. The main thing here is not to overcook the fish and to choose the right marinade. In this collection, you'll find various recipes, so pick the one that appeals to you most!
1. Grilled Chum Salmon Steaks
Source: AdobeStockA cooking method that highlights the natural flavor of red fish without overpowering it.
You will need: 800 g chum salmon steaks, 1 lemon, 2 sprigs of rosemary, 3 tbsp olive oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Mix olive oil, juice from half a lemon, salt, ground pepper, and finely chopped rosemary. Rub the chum salmon steaks with this mixture and let them marinate for 20-30 minutes. Then place them on the grill grate and cook for 5-7 minutes per side over medium coals. Slice the remaining lemon and place it on the fish at the end of grilling.
2. Whole Grilled Chum Salmon
Source: AdobeStockFor convenience, we suggest wrapping it in foil.
You will need: 1 whole chum salmon, 2 onions, 2 lemons, 1 bunch of herbs, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Clean the fish, gut it, and make deep crosswise incisions on the sides. Rub the chum salmon with salt and ground pepper inside and out. Slice the onion into rings and the lemon into wedges.
Place some onion, lemon, and whole herb sprigs inside the fish. Arrange the remaining onion and lemon on a sheet of foil, place the chum salmon on top, drizzle with oil, and wrap tightly. Bake the chum salmon on the grill grate for 35-40 minutes, turning it several times during the process.
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3. Grilled Chum Salmon Fillet
Source: AdobeStockSmall pieces of fillet cook quite quickly, allowing them to remain as tender as possible.
You will need: 600 g chum salmon fillet, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp paprika, 1 pinch of sugar, salt.
Preparation: Cut the chum salmon fillet into large cubes and marinate in vegetable oil with lemon juice, sugar, salt, and paprika for 15 minutes. Then thread the fish pieces onto thin skewers, like shashlik, and grill for 8-10 minutes, turning constantly.
4. Chum Salmon Baked in Sour Cream on the Grill
Source: AdobeStockSour cream prevents the fish from drying out even under high heat.
You will need: 4-5 chum salmon steaks, 3 tbsp thick sour cream, 1 tsp dried garlic, 0.5 tsp ground coriander, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Rinse and pat dry the chum salmon steaks with paper towels. Mix sour cream and all spices, generously coat each steak with this marinade, and let sit for half an hour. Then place the chum salmon on the grill grate and cook for 6-8 minutes per side over medium coals.
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5. Chum Salmon in Soy-Honey Marinade on the Grill
Source: AdobeStockThe main advantage – this marinade creates an appetizing caramel crust!
You will need: 800 g chum salmon fillet, 4 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp liquid honey, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 clove garlic.
Preparation: Mix soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, and garlic pressed through a press. Cut the chum salmon fillet into serving pieces and pour this marinade over them for 30-40 minutes. Then grill the chum salmon, periodically basting with the remaining sauce for a beautiful sheen.
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6. Chum Salmon Baked in White Wine on the Grill
Source: AdobeStockWine softens the fibers and gives the fish a noble, subtle aroma.
You will need: 1 kg chum salmon fillet, 150 ml dry white wine, 2 onions, bay leaf, ground black pepper, salt.
Preparation: Cut the fish fillet into large cubes for shashlik, and the onion into rings. Mash the onion with salt by hand to release its juice. Mix the chum salmon, onion, spices, and wine, and let marinate for 1-2 hours. Then thread the chum salmon onto skewers, alternating with onion, and grill for 10-12 minutes, turning during the process.
7. Chum Salmon in Orange Marinade on the Grill
Source: AdobeStockA wonderful recipe that won't take much time to prepare.
You will need: 800 g chum salmon, 1 orange, 1 tsp grated ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, salt, ground red pepper.
Preparation: Squeeze the juice from the orange, mix it with soy sauce and grated ginger. Cut the chum salmon into serving pieces and marinate in the resulting marinade for 40-50 minutes. Grill the fish over coals until cooked, avoiding strong flames.
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8. Chum Salmon with Mustard and Herbs on the Grill
Source: AdobeStockMustard perfectly retains the juice inside the fish, making the meat more tender.
You will need: 1 kg chum salmon, 2 tbsp grainy mustard, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 bunch of dill, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cut the chum salmon into serving pieces. Mix grainy mustard with vegetable oil and finely chopped dill. Rub the fish with salt and spices, then generously coat with the mustard marinade. Marinate the chum salmon for approximately 1 hour in a cool place, then grill for about 12-15 minutes on the grill grate, turning frequently during the process.