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How Long to Cook Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut) in the grill
Specification: 6 oz skin-on fresh salmon fillets, scaled and dried, oiled and placed flesh-down first on clean, hot grates
Target Temp
400°F (204°C)
Direct Flame
Total Time
8–10 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
5m
Turnover Point
Internal Safe Temp
145°F (63°C) internal (or 125°F medium-rare)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Preheat grill to 400°F (204°C). Clean and oil grates. Prepare salmon fillets (fresh center cut) (6 oz skin-on fresh salmon fillets, scaled and dried, oiled and placed flesh-down first on clean, hot grates). Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.
2
Cook & Flip
Cook for 8–10 mins. Flip at the 5-minute mark for even browning.
3
Check & Rest
Flesh releases cleanly from grates, opaque pink, flakes into large petals when gently probed. Confirm internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) internal (or 125°F medium-rare). Rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
USDA FSIS 145°F Safe Minimum for Fish; Weber Direct Grilling Seafood Guide.
Pro Tip: Clean grates thoroughly and oil them generously right before placing salmon down; the fish will naturally release once seared.
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