Description
This Grilled Salmon with Blackberry Sauce recipe combines tender, juicy salmon filets with a vibrant, tangy blackberry sauce infused with ginger, lemongrass, and sesame oil. Perfectly grilled to medium doneness and served with a sweet and slightly spicy sauce, this dish offers a delightful balance of flavors that will impress at any dinner.
Ingredients
For the Blackberry Sauce
- 1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 teaspoon dried lemongrass
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Salmon
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon filets (4 filets, approximately 1-inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Blackberry Sauce: In a food processor or blender, combine the rice vinegar, fresh blackberries, honey, grated fresh ginger, dried lemongrass, sesame oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Puree the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Set the sauce aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Season the Salmon: Brush both sides of the salmon filets evenly with the chili garlic sauce to add a spicy kick and depth of flavor before grilling.
- Preheat and Oil the Grill: Heat your grill to medium temperature. Once hot, oil the grill grates thoroughly to prevent the salmon from sticking during cooking.
- Grill the Salmon: Place the salmon filets on the grill and cook for about 5 minutes on each side. This timing will result in a medium to medium-well doneness. The salmon is ready when it flakes easily with a fork.
- Rest the Salmon: Remove the salmon from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute and improve the texture.
- Serve: Plate the grilled salmon filets and spoon the prepared blackberry sauce over or alongside. Pair with your favorite steamed or roasted green vegetables for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh blackberries, but frozen can be used if fresh are not available—just thaw them first.
- If you prefer milder spice, reduce the amount of chili garlic sauce or substitute with a milder sauce.
- To enhance the grilled flavor, you can marinate the salmon with half of the blackberry sauce beforehand, reserving the rest for serving.
- Ensure the grill grates are well-oiled to prevent the delicate salmon from sticking and breaking apart.
- Salmon filets can be grilled with skin on if preferred; just increase cooking time slightly and cook skin-side down first for a crispier texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
