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Three salmon slices frying on a square, cast iron skillet sitting on a grill over a fire.

Campfire Fried Salmon Recipe

Saffron Hodgson
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This basic fried salmon recipe can be used while camping. Frying can be done in a skillet over a campfire, on a flat plated BBQ, or even a gas stove.
Preparation 10 minutes
Cook 10 minutes
Ready in 20 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
CourseMain Dish
InfluenceGlobal
DifficultySeasoned
MethodFry

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets salmon
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 tablespoon salmon rub or to taste

Directions

  • Clean and check your salmon fillet making sure it is ready to cook, including removing bones. Cut into serving sizes.
  • Heat the skillet or frying pan to a moderately hot temperature on the heat source of your choice.
  • Remove the skillet or frying pan from the heat source then add the oil. Tilt and tip the skillet to cover the base of the pan, or use some paper towels to rub across the surface.
  • Add the pieces of salmon evenly across the preheated and oiled skillet being sure not to crowd. Return to the heat source.
    The rub may be added now prior to cooking, however, make sure that there is no sugar in the rub as it will burn, and some dried green herbs may become bitter. Both of these can be mitigated by cooking at a lower temperature. Alternatively, you can sprinkle with the flavoring of the rub after the first turning of the fish.
  • Cook for about 5 minutes or until the salmon is starting to brown, then carefully turn to cook the other side. When the second side is brown, or the fish is cooked to your preference, remove the pan from the heat source and serve.
    Tip: If the temperature is too high, the outside of the fish may be cooked, or even become burnt, while the inside is still raw