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Recipe for: Grilled salmon with honey-lemon glaze and cucumber salsa

Kids' Lunches Grilling Regional Cuisine of Poland 45 min Medium 16 views ~80.71 PLN - (0)
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Delicate grilled salmon in a sweet and sour honey-lemon glaze served with a refreshing cucumber salsa. A dish inspired by the Mazurian summer: simplicity, fresh vegetables, and light flavors that would appeal to children — a piece of juicy salmon with a slightly caramelized skin, cool cucumber and yogurt salsa that softens the taste and adds a pleasant crunch. Perfect for a family barbecue, quickly prepared, aesthetically pleasing, and mild in seasoning, it can be served with millet or steamed young potatoes. Visually: a pink fillet with a delicate sheen of glaze, light green salsa, and a sprig of dill as decoration.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (11)

Servings:
4
  • Salmon 800 g
  • Honey 60 ml
  • Lemon 1.3 pcs (~100 g)
  • Rapeseed oil 15 g
  • Cucumber 1 pcs (~300 g)
  • Spring onion 1.2 bunch (~60 g)
  • Natural yogurt 100 g
  • 🌿 Spices
  • Salt 2 g
  • Black pepper 2 pinch (~1 g)
  • ✨ Optional
  • Dill 1.5 bunch (~30 g)
  • Butter 20 g
💰 Estimated dish cost: ~80.71 PLN (20.18 PLN/serving)

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Preparation steps

Glaze

1

Wash the lemon under warm water and dry it. Grate the yellow part of the peel (zest) thinly using a fine grater — be careful not to grate the white part (bitter). Squeeze the juice from half of the lemon (if the juice is abundant, you can use the whole lemon). In a small bowl, combine honey (60 g), a tablespoon of rapeseed oil (15 g), grated lemon zest, and 20 g of lemon juice. Add a pinch of salt (1 g) and a pinch of pepper (1 g). Stir with a spoon until the honey thins out and creates a smooth, pourable glaze.

Ingredients: Honey, Rapeseed oil, Lemon, Salt, Black pepper
Use a small bowl and a spoon or whisk. If the honey is very thick, heat it for 10-15 seconds in the microwave or in a water bath to combine it more easily with the oil. Do not heat it until hot.

Salsa

2

Prepare the cucumber salsa: wash the cucumber. If the skin is tough or bitter, peel the cucumber. Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and use a teaspoon to remove the soft seeds (if any), then dice it into small cubes about 5 mm on each side. Clean the spring onion and trim the roots, finely chop the white and green parts. In a separate bowl, mix the diced cucumber and spring onion with natural yogurt (100 g). Add 1 tablespoon (about 10-15 g) of lemon juice (save the rest for glazing), 1 pinch of salt (1 g), and optionally 1 teaspoon of finely chopped dill (if using). Gently mix with a fork, chill the salsa in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving — the flavors will meld.

Ingredients: Cucumber, Spring onion, Natural yogurt, Lemon, Dill, Salt
Use a sharp knife and a cutting board. Removing the seeds prevents the salsa from being watery. If you are preparing the salsa in advance, cover it and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Preparing the salmon

3

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Divide the fillet into 4 equal portions (each about 200 g). Leave the skin on — it helps maintain shape while grilling. Gently salt both sides (1 pinch of salt per portion) and sprinkle with a little pepper. Let sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to allow the meat to absorb the seasonings.

Ingredients: Salmon, Salt, Black pepper
Use a sharp knife to divide the fillet. A paper towel helps the skin become crispy on the grill. Do not salt too early (more than 30 min), as salt draws out moisture.

Grilling

4

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 200°C) or heat a grill pan over medium heat. Brush the grill grate with canola oil (soak a paper towel in oil and wipe the grate) — this will prevent the skin from sticking. Place the fillets skin-side down. Grill for 3-5 minutes without moving (the time depends on the thickness; look for the beginnings of the meat separating from the skin and a lightly browned skin).

Ingredients: Salmon, Rapeseed oil
The best tool is a fish spatula or a wide spatula. If the fillets are sticking a lot, they are still undercooked — let them cook for another 30-60 seconds. Use a kitchen thermometer: an internal temperature of about 52-55°C indicates medium-rare, tender center.

Glaze and final grilling

5

After 3-5 minutes, when the skin is nicely browned, carefully flip the fillets to the other side. Using a grill brush, generously apply the prepared glaze to the skinless side. Continue grilling for another 1.5-2 minutes, then brush with glaze again and grill for another 1-2 minutes, until the glaze slightly caramelizes — do not let it burn excessively (the glaze contains honey, so it darkens quickly). The fish is ready when the flesh easily flakes with a fork and has a uniform pink color in the center (not raw).

Ingredients: Honey, Lemon, Salmon
Use a silicone brush and set aside some glaze for the final brushing. If the grill is very hot, lower the temperature or move the fish to a medium heat zone so the glaze doesn't burn.

Resting and Finishing

6

After removing from the grill, place the fillets on a warm platter and let them rest for 3-4 minutes — the juices will distribute evenly. If you are using butter (optional), place a small piece of butter (20 g) on each fillet right after removing it, so it melts and adds shine and a velvety flavor.

Ingredients: Butter, Salmon
Resting is important — without it, the meat may release juices when sliced. At this stage, do not cover the fillet tightly with foil, just lightly cover it with a plate on the cutting board.

Serving

7

On a plate, place 2-3 tablespoons of cucumber salsa, next to it lay a portion of salmon skin-side down or with the skin to the side, so that children can easily scoop the meat. If you are using dill, gently sprinkle it over the salsa and the top of the fillet. Serve with millet, young steamed potatoes, or lightly toasted bread; serve immediately while the glaze is still shiny.

Ingredients: Cucumber, Natural yogurt, Dill, Salmon
Use a wide plate for the child to easily separate the salsa and fish. For small children, you can remove the skin before serving.

Fun Fact

💡

Masuria is a region known for its lakes and fish — although salmon is an ocean fish, the simplicity of grilling and fresh ingredients refer to the Masurian tradition of enjoying fish outdoors during summer gatherings.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the salmon immediately after resting for a glossy glaze. For children, serve the meat in smaller pieces and without skin. Add more yogurt to the salsa if you want it to be milder. It pairs well with millet, young potatoes, or wheat bread.

🥡 Storage

Store the salmon and salsa separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. It is best to eat the salsa within 24 hours. Reheating the salmon: gently in the oven at 120°C for 8-10 minutes or in a covered pan over low heat to avoid drying it out.

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