Ingredients
Salmon and Marinade
- 4 Salmon Filets
- 1 container pre-cored pineapple, sliced into rings (reserve juice for marinade)
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon ginger (ground or fresh)
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 3 tablespoons pineapple juice (or orange juice as substitute)
Garnish
- Fresh green onion, chopped
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large mixing bowl or ziplock bag, combine soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, ketchup, ginger, oregano, crushed red pepper, and pineapple juice. Mix well until sugar dissolves.
- Marinate the salmon: Add the salmon filets to the marinade and gently coat each piece evenly. Refrigerate and allow to marinate for 20 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Preheat the grill: Remove salmon from fridge and let come to room temperature while preparing the grill. Spray grill grate with non-stick cooking spray or brush with olive oil and heat to medium-high.
- Grill the salmon and pineapple: Place salmon filets and pineapple rings on the grill. Use a brush to baste additional marinade over the salmon as it cooks.
- Cook the salmon: Close the grill and grill the salmon for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). You may flip each side or cook skin side down for 13-15 minutes without flipping. Remove salmon and pineapple once done.
- Plate and garnish: Arrange salmon filets on a platter. Garnish with chopped fresh green onions and cilantro or parsley. Serve pineapple rings alongside for guests to add as desired.
Notes
- Grilling both sides of the salmon is optional; if not flipping, grill skin side down for 13-15 minutes to reach proper doneness.
- Keep some marinade aside to brush on salmon and pineapple while grilling to enhance flavor and moisture.
- Fresh ginger can be used instead of ground ginger for a brighter, more aromatic flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
- Diet: Halal