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vegetables in a grilling wrap with rice

Grilling Wrap Chipotle Rubbed Salmon with Capsicum

By Cedar Wrap Recipes, Fish, Recipes
Salmon and Cedar Wood are a perfect match.  Cooking the fish in a cedar wrap infuses a delicious smoky flavour and gives you a beautifully tender flaky fish. This is such an easy and flavourful salmon recipe, and you need less than 30 minutes from fridge to plate.

The fish is rubbed with tasty spices, wrapped in a cedar paper wrap with fresh peppers added, then cooked on the grill. Thanks to the smoky and earthy flavours from the timber, and the fact that it’s packed with healthy nutrients like Omega-3 fatty acids, we call this a game-changer!

Chipotle Rubbed Salmon in Cedar Wrap – Serves 4

You’ll need:

  • 4 skinless salmon fillets
    • 4 cedar wood wraps with twine
    •          2 tsp packed light-brown sugar
    •          3/4 tsp chipotle chilli powder
    •          3/4 tsp ground cumin
    •          3/4 tsp paprika powder
    •          1/2 tsp chili powder
    •          1/2 tsp onion powder
    •          1/4 tsp garlic powder
    •          Salt and freshly ground black pepper
    •          2 tbsp olive oil
    •          2 red capsicums, deseeded and sliced into 1/2-inch strips
    •          1 lime sliced into wedges for serving
    •          Chopped fresh coriander for serving (optional)
vegetables in a grilling wrap with rice

Step 1:
Soak your cedar wraps in water for 30 minutes. Preheat the grill to 180 degrees over medium heat.

Step 2:
Crumble brown sugar into a small mixing bowl. Add chipotle chili powder, cumin, paprika, chilli powder, onion powder, garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper and whisk to combine.

Step 3:
Remove your cedar wraps from the water and spray the tops with non-stick cooking spray. Brush 1 tbsp of the olive oil along both sides of salmon fillets. Sprinkle one side of each fillet with spice rub (use about half of it for all 4), then rotate and transfer them to the cedar wraps. Sprinkle remaining spice rub over the tops of the salmon.

Step 4:
Toss the sliced capsicum with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Layer the strips over salmon, but only enough so the paper can wrap around to enclose. The remaining capsicum can be grilled halfway through cooking the salmon, just lay strips along opposite direction of grates so they don’t fall in).

Step 5:
Wrap cedar paper around salmon and peppers then tie with string provided. Grill 5 – 7 minutes per side, spraying with a water bottle as necessary to keep the wraps moist and prevent flare ups, until salmon is cooked through. Cut the strings, serve warm with lemon or lime wedges for spritzing and top with coriander, unless you hate that stuff. Parsley works well, too.

This is a fabulous idea for a fancy summer lunch, or a light dinner if you wish. If you want to enjoy it with a glass of wine, we recommend a medium-to-full-bodied buttery white wine such as Chardonnay. A dry rosé is another surprisingly good match.

December 13, 2021
BBQ prawns in a grilling wrap

Natural Wood Wrapped Double Tequila Shrimp

By Cedar Wrap Recipes, Recipes, Seafood
Who said Tequila is just for shots and margaritas? Try this recipe for shrimp marinated in tequila and salsa, wrapped in a tequila-soaked cedar wrap then grilled and served in a tortilla. It’s a party stopper that doesn’t give you a hangover!

Cedar Wrap Double Tequila Shrimp – Serves as many as you like

You’ll need:

  • Shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • Salsa
  • Tequila
  • Cedar Wrap
  • A little more tequila
  • Tortillas
  • Grated cheese
BBQ prawns in a grilling wrap

Step 1:
Spoon a couple tablespoons of salsa and a splash of tequila over the shrimp and stir to coat, then put the shrimp in the fridge for 30-60 minutes.

Step 2:
Place the cedar wrap in a plastic bag and pour in an ounce of tequila. Work the booze around until it coats the wrapper and the string to tie it with.

Step 3:
After 10 minutes, remove the wrap from the bag and spoon the shrimp down the middle. Roll the wrapper up and tie off with the string.

Step 4:
Prepare the grill for medium high heat with coals on one side and nothing on the other. Place the double tequila shrimp in a cedar wrap at the edge of the coals.

Step 5:
Roll the wrap over after 4-5 minutes and leave it on the grill for another 4-5 minutes.

Step 6:
Remove the double tequila shrimp in a cedar wrap from the grill after 8-10 minutes.

Step 7:
Spoon the shrimp into a tortilla, sprinkle with grated cheese, and serve.

If you have any tequila left over, use it to make margaritas or get creative and try another mixer. Tequila, grapefruit juice, soda and a squeeze of lime makes a Paloma. Or get really adventurous and make a Lagertia. That’s a cocktail that takes the tequila from a classic margarita and adds beer. A light IPA will do the trick. Oh and if you really don’t want that hangover, a refreshing non-alcoholic drink would be an equally good if not better choice.

December 13, 2021
Grilling Wrap Grilled Salmon and Asparagus

Grilling Wrap Grilled Salmon and Asparagus

By Cedar Wrap Recipes, Fish, Recipes
When spring is in the air, asparagus are back in season and that’s something to be excited about, especially when you grill them with salmon in our fabulous Cedar Works grilling wraps.  It’s a classic combination, and the flavour will be beautifully enhanced by the subtle smokiness the wraps provide. The flaky salmon and tender asparagus will melt in your mouth!

Pro tip: Only use the freshest asparagus you can find. Fresh asparagus sounds squeaky when rubbed. If it does not squeak, it’s not fresh. For a complete meal, you simply can’t go wrong when serving this with buttery new potatoes. That’s a winner of a dinner!

Salmon and Asparagus grilled in cedar wood wraps – serves 2

You’ll need:

  • 2 medium-sized salmon filets
  • 2 Cedar Works grilling wraps
  • 6 fresh and firm asparagus
  • 1 lemon
Grilling Wrap Grilled Salmon and Asparagus

Step 1:
Soak cedar wraps in water for 10 to 20 minutes before using.

Step 2:
Pre-heat the grill or oven to 180°C.

Step 3:
Place 3 asparagus followed by one piece of Salmon and about 3 lemon slices onto the wrap parallel to the grain of the wood. Fold edges toward each other and overlap slightly at the bottom. Tie with a piece of enclosed natural twine.

Step 4:
Place Salmon wraps in preheated oven or grill, keeping it away from direct flames. Close grill lid.

Step 5:
Cook for about 8-10 minutes or until desired doneness, plate up and enjoy!

You’ll find the early season asparagus at your greengrocers in September, and they are usually readily available between October and late December. Cook this lovely dish now, as supply of this fabulous veggie will dwindle again in January.

December 13, 2021
Natural Wood Wrapped Grilled Shrimp from the BBQ

Natural Wood Wrapped Grilled Shrimp from the BBQ

By Cedar Wrap Recipes, Recipes, Seafood
There’s no need to travel all the way to New Orleans to experience the taste sensation of grilled shrimp. If you have a Webber or other charcoal grill, you can create the magic in your own backyard. Grilling shrimp is easy, especially in Cedar Works wraps, and feel free to change up the seasoning to your liking. Raw shrimp is the best choice for the grill, though precooked shrimp also works.

Cedar-Wrapped Grilled BBQ Shrimp – serves 2

You’ll need:

  • 500g (or more) fresh or thawed jumbo shrimp, shelled and deveined
  • A pack of Cedar Works grilling wraps with twine
  • A good quality olive oil
  • 1tsp of oregano
  • 1stp of garlic
  • 1 lemon
  • chilli flakes (optional)
  • salt & pepper to taste
Natural Wood Wrapped Grilled Shrimp from the BBQ

Step 1:
Fill a small baking dish with cold water. Add grill wraps and twine and soak them for 10-20 minutes.

Step 2:
Preheat your BBQ grill to medium-high.

Step 3:
In a medium bowl, toss shrimp with olive oil, oregano, garlic, salt and pepper. Place 5 shrimp down centre of each soaked wrap, arranging with the grain. Squeeze ½ lemon evenly over shrimp. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if desired.

Step 4:
Fold up the edges of the wraps to overlap; tie with soaked twine.

Step 5:
Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side or until shrimp are opaque. Cut the remaining lemon half into wedges and serve them with the grilled shrimp.

It’s an easy to prepare party dish that everyone will absolutely love and devour. Juicy, fresh cooked prawns are great just as they are, eaten plain. You can also serve them with dipping sauces such as thousand island, Thai sweet chilli lime, or homemade tartare. Two different dips with contrasting colours gives it a nice touch, or you can just pull out a jar of mayo and stir through a squirt of lemon juice.

December 13, 2021
Grilling Wrap Lemon & Herb Green Beans

Grilling Wrap Lemon & Herb Green Beans

By Cedar Wrap Recipes, Recipes, Vegetables
Side dishes sometimes become somewhat of an afterthought, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Seasoned green beans make a great side dish for almost any main course, and wrapped in Cedar Wood grilling wraps, they are so fast and simple to prepare. It’s surprisingly bright and flavourful, and also vegan and gluten-free.

Cedar Wrap Lemon & Herb Green Beans – serves 2-4

You’ll need:

  • Cedar Wood Grilling Wraps
  • Green Beans
  • Olive Oil
  • Fresh Mixed herbs, chopped (parsley, sage, oregano, basil)
  • Lemon zest
  • Salt
  • Pepper
Grilling Wrap Lemon & Herb Green Beans

Step 1:
Par cook the green beans in a pot of boiling water or steam them until just underdone. They should be vibrant green and still a little crisp.

Step 2:
Soak the grilling wraps for about 10 minutes.

Step 3:
Place green beans in the wrap, parallel with the grain of the wood.

Step 4:
Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with herbs and lemon zest.

Step 5:
Roll the wrap around the green beans, secure with twine and grill until done, about 10 minutes.

If you are motivated by a desire to eat more fresh, seasonal produce, you simply can’t go wrong with this one. The magic of this recipe is that it only requires a handful of ingredients, and you probably already have most of them on hand. Whether you are grilling up some meat or poaching a simple fish fillet, this is a great pick for whatever you want to pair it with.

December 13, 2021
Natural Wood Wrapped Mediterranean Salmon

Natural Wood Wrapped Mediterranean Salmon

By Cedar Wrap Recipes, Fish, Recipes
With a busy lifestyle, it can be a challenge to find healthy flavourful dishes that we can make in a short amount of time, especially if you have a guest to impress. But don’t worry, as Cedar Works grilling wraps are your new best friend. Packed with Mediterranean flavours, it’s easy to create a show-stopping meal like this in just 20 minutes.

Cedar Wrapped Mediterranean Salmon – Serves 2

You’ll need:

  • 2 medium sized salmon fillets
  • 2 Cedar Works grilling wraps with twine
  • 3 tbsp of finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 2tbsp of mixed chopped olives
  • 1 large clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp fresh thyme
  • ¼ cup zucchini, cut into 1″ thin strips
  • salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
Natural Wood Wrapped Mediterranean Salmon

Step 1:
Heat your grill on medium high heat to about 180 degrees. Soak the Cedar Wood wraps and twine in water for 10 minutes.

Step 2:
Combine sun-dried tomatoes, olives, garlic, olive oil, and thyme in a bowl and season with salt and freshly cracked pepper.

Step 3:
Take one soaked cedar paper and place one salmon fillet in the centre. Mound 1/2 the tomato/olive mixture on top, then lay 1/2 the zucchini on top of that. Roll up and tie with one piece of twine. Repeat with another fillet.

Step 4:
Place the wraps on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side. Place the wrap on your guest’s plate for them to unroll or remove the wrapper and plate the contents fresh off the grill.

Salmon is one of the healthiest fish out there. It contains omega-3 fatty acids, protein, tons of B vitamins, potassium, and selenium. You can serve the cedar wrapped salmon on its own or over a bowl of rice, with a side of pita bread, roasted vegetables, or on top of

December 13, 2021
Natural Wood Wrapped Mediterranean Fish

Natural Wood Wrapped Mediterranean Fish

By Cedar Wrap Recipes, Fish, Recipes
If you are looking for a light, bright and healthy option for a dinner that will impress, look no further than Mediterranean-style fish grilled in Cedar Works wraps. Many types of fish can be used for this recipe such as salmon, snapper and halibut. Halibut is among the more delicate and flavourful fish varieties and grilling it in a cedar wood wrap will infuse the fish with a slight hint of smoke.

Cedar Wrapped Mediterranean Fish – serves 4

You’ll need:

  • Four medium-sized fish fillets, skin removed and cut into evenly sized pieces
  • 4 Cedar Works grilling wraps
  • ½ cup up pitted and coarsely chopped olives
  • ½ cup chopped sundried tomatoes
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup kale leaves, torn into bite-sized pieces, or 8 large strips of kale leaves
  • 1 cup of mushrooms
  • a carrot cut into julienne strips
Natural Wood Wrapped Mediterranean Fish

Step 1:
Soak cedar wraps in warm water for about 8-10 minutes. Pat dry with a paper towel and lay cedar wraps out on a flat surface. Spray with cooking spray to keep contents from sticking.

Step 2:
Place kale leaves in the centre of each cedar wrap.

Step 3:
In a bowl, mix olives and sundried tomatoes with garlic and olive oil. Then, spread mixture evenly over the kale. Place mushrooms and carrots on top of olive mixture and then lay on the fish fillet.

Step 4:
Roll and tie the cedar wraps next. Starting at one end, roll the papers snugly around the contents and tightly tie the wraps in two places about halfway between centre and the ends.

Step 5:
Cook on a preheated grill for about 12-14 minutes, turning every three or four minutes.

Step 6:
Remove from grill, cut the strings, and serve.

You can serve the whole wrap on the plate along with rice, braised baby carrots, or salad and toasted seeded bread. A nice crisp white wine such as a dry Riesling is a perfect pairing, and the heartier fish—notably salmon and halibut—can accommodate both white and lighter red wines.

December 13, 2021