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Grilled Salmon with Brazilian Garlic Marinade Recipe
by John Spottiswood

Grilled Salmon with Brazilian Garlic Marinade

I adapted this recipe from one in Steven Raichlen's The BBQ Bible. It come originally from a famous seafood restaurant in Rio de Janeiro. I served it along with Tuscan grilled rib eye steaks for a UCLA-BYU game watching party. UCLA was a winner and so was this Salmon recipe! Enjoy!

Rating: 4.8/5
Avg. 4.8/5 3 votes
Prep time: Brazil Brazilian
Cook time: Servings: 4

Wine and Drink Pairings: Chardonnay

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets, 8 ounces each
  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 medium onion, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 2 Tbsp ketchup
  • 2 Tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil (or cilantro)

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients except the basil in a blender or food processor and process to a smooth puree. Add the basil or cilantro and pulse a few times until leaves are finely diced.
  2. Place the cleaned fillets in a baking dish coating both sides thoroughly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat the grill to high.
  4. Oil the grate and grill skin side down (if the fillets have skin) covered for 7-9 minutes depending on thickness. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Transfer to a serving platter and serve the fillets immediately.