This Cuban-style grilled salmon is first marinated in a mixture of garlic, shallots, lemon juice, cumin, and cayenne pepper and then grilled to achieve the maximum flavor, but it can easily be pan-fried or baked in the oven and it will still taste amazing.
Enjoying a rich and juicy grilled fish is an action that we must do very often.
Why this recipe works?
In large part because making fish fillets is very easy and it is also a food that gives us many properties with very low calories.
This marinated grilled salmon recipe is very simple and fast, perfect for you to enjoy with your guests without any effort.
You will get a super delicious gourmet-style dish without leaving home, as long as you follow the advice that we give you to cook a perfect grilled fish fillet.
Ingredients:
- salmon
- olive oil
- lemon juice
- garlic
- shallots
- cumin
- cayenne pepper
- cilantro
- salt
FAQs:
What other fish can I use?
For this type of preparation, you can use salmon, tuna, cod, sea bream, hake, sea bass, or any other variety of fish you want.
What to serve with this salmon?
I recommend serving this grilled salmon with fresh mixed salad greens and tomatoes for a light lunch or supper. It pairs great with djuvec rice from my homeland.
How to make it:
- In a large bowl, whisk the olive oil, lemon or lime juice, salt, garlic, shallots, cumin, cayenne, and cilantro. Add the salmon and turn to coat. Let marinate 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Meanwhile, preheat a grill, burner griddle, or cast iron grill pan to medium-high.
- Brush the grill with vegetable oil. Grill the salmon until marked on the bottom, about 4 minutes. Turn and continue grilling until marked on the other side and cooked through for 3 to 4 more minutes.
- Divide the salmon among plates. Drizzle with more lemon juice if desired and serve with salad greens and rice.
Other salmon recipes to try:
Cuban Marinated Grilled Salmon Recipe
EQUIPMENT
Ingredients
- 1 ยฝ pound salmon fillet, skin removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon or lime
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 shallots, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ยผ cup roughly chopped cilantro
- Vegetable oil, for brushing
Instructions
- Divide the salmon among plates. Drizzle with more lemon juice if desired and serve with salad greens and rice.
Ryan says
There's a special place in hell reserved for people who write boring long stories before their recipes. Why on earth does anyone think this is acceptable?
Jas says
Hi Ryan, if you paid attention, there is a "Skip to Recipe" button on the top of the page for people like you. As for a special place in hell, I'm sure I'll meet you there because that's where the unkind people who write unacceptable comments go too. ๐ I wish you a wonderful day!
Erlene says
I don't grill a lot of seafood, but I'm going to try this recipe. Love that it's so simple and uses ingredients that are in my pantry.
Jas says
Many thanks, Erlene! I hope you like it. ๐