Grilled Salmon with Maple Ginger Glaze

I love grilling salmon, it holds up well on the grill and cooks fast, making it perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. I cook salmon year round, and this is one of my favorite 'fall' ways of preparing it, the maple and balsamic gives the fish a rich savory flavor that's perfect for this time of year.

GRILLED SALMON WITH MAPLE GINGER GLAZE

serves 4

RECIPE:

1/3 cup pure maple syrup

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1 1/2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and minced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

salt & pepper to taste 

1 -2 tablespoons olive oil

1 1/2 lb side of salmon, skin on, boned and cut into fourths

vegetable oil for oiling grill grate

Heat grill to medium high heat

Generously coat grill grate with vegetable oil using a folded paper towel and long tongs.

In a small pan, mix together the first six ingredients and heat to a low simmer until glaze thickens, about 8 minutes.

Brush salmon with olive oil on both sides and season with salt and pepper.

Grill salmon flesh side down for 3-4 minutes, carefully turn and grill flesh side down for 3-4 minutes, being careful not to over cook.

Drizzle glaze over fish and serve.

Make it a meal and serve over a bed of wild rice pilaf and steamed broccoli.

Enjoy!

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