How long to cook cedar plank salmon in oven (2025)

Try cooking it in the oven on a cedar plank to add a delicate, smoky taste to your salmon. Drawing inspiration from classic grilling techniques, this method excels in the stove and yields reliable results with little effort. This tutorial covers all the information you want to determine the oven cooking time for cedar plank salmon.

Can you put a cedar plank in the oven?

I must admit something. I didn’t have a grill when I started working at Wildwood Grilling. I didn’t have a grill for a few months. However, I could still relish (and experiment with) the planks’ delectable, savory flavor.

Maybe you live somewhere like us in the Pacific Northwest, where snow and ice are a given every winter, or perhaps you just don’t want to go outside or don’t have a grill at home. In any case, you can add the aromatic smoky flavor of grilled planks to your cuisine by using oven planking. Here are some pointers, but it’s pretty easy.

Ingredients and Tools Needed

Ingredients:
1 lb salmon fillet
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp Lemon slices
1/2 tsp Fresh dill or parsley
Tools:
Cedar plank (soaked in water for 1-2 hours)
Baking sheet (optional, to catch drips)
Meat thermometer (for accurate cooking)

Cooking Instructions

Soaking: Do not forget to wet your plank! Yes, you still need to soak your plank before cooking, even if your oven isn’t directly over a flame. The juicy, smokey flavor is largely produced by the steam that is emitted after cooking.
Placement: The greatest solution I’ve discovered is to put the plank on the oven’s top rack and a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil on the bottom rack. By doing this, you may catch any drips and maintain a clean oven.
Temperature: Of course, it always depends on the recipe, but it appears that 350° to 400° F is the ideal range for oven temperature.
Broiling: I also made sure to use the broiler for the final few minutes of almost every recipe I oven-planked. This offers meals a wonderfully crispy crust, especially when it comes to meat or vegetables. However, when you have the oven set that high, be cautious to monitor it.

Tips for Best Results

To keep your cedar plank from burning, always soak it completely.
Soak the plank in apple cider, wine, or juice rather than water for a stronger flavor.
To make sure the salmon is cooked to perfection without going overboard, use a meat thermometer.
Watch the plank while it bakes to make sure it doesn’t burn.

Serving and Storage

Serve cedar plank salmon right away with a fresh salad, rice, or roasted vegetables as a side dish. Wrap any leftover salmon in foil or an airtight container and keep it in the refrigerator for up to two days. To preserve its flavor and texture, reheat it slowly in the oven.

Best oven temperature for cedar plank salmon

375°F (190°C) is the perfect oven temperature for cedar plank salmon. In this way, the wood plank releases its distinctive flavor and aroma without burning, and the salmon cooks evenly.

Conclusion

Oven-cooked cedar plank salmon keeps it moist and supple while infusing it with smokey, aromatic notes. This method is easy to use and produces remarkable results when planned and timed correctly. For a tasty take on your favorite salmon recipe, give it a try.

FAQS

Can I use a cedar plank on a baking sheet?

Yes, you can catch any drips and give extra stability while cooking by setting the wood plank on a baking pan.

What should I season cedar plank salmon with?

The best seasonings are basic ones like salt, pepper, lemon, olive oil, and fresh herbs. To fit your preferences, you can try different marinades, glazes, and seasonings.