The Art of Fire Grilled Salmon Fillet with Red Wine Reduction
Where flame meets finesse
Salmon cooked over searing heat becomes something truly special — crisp skin, tender flesh and that whisper of caramelisation that only real fire can create. The Beefer Grill transforms this everyday favourite into a restaurant quality experience, thanks to its searingly hot ceramic burner that reaches 800 degrees Celsius.
Originally crafted for professional kitchens, the Beefer brings the same precision and theatre to your home. Combined with the ETI Thermapen Classic Thermometer for perfect temperature control and a silky red wine reduction for depth, this dish is a celebration of balance, beauty and pure flavour.
Choosing the Right Salmon
Choose thick, skin-on fillets of sustainably sourced salmon. Scottish or Norwegian varieties offer beautiful colour, firm texture and a naturally rich flavour.
Pat the fillets dry and bring them to room temperature before cooking. A dry surface is key to crisping the skin in the Beefer’s intense heat.
Flavour Foundations
This dish combines the richness of salmon with a red wine and shallot reduction — bold, elegant and perfectly balanced with EatAlfresco Olive Oil.
Gently soften the shallot in olive oil until translucent. Add wine and stock, then simmer until reduced by half. Stir in mustard and butter until smooth and glossy. Keep warm while you grill the salmon.
The Fire Setup
Preheat the Beefer Grill for five minutes until the ceramic burner glows red. The chamber will reach 800 degrees Celsius, creating instant, even heat.
Brush the salmon with a little EatAlfresco Olive Oil and season with sea salt and black pepper. Have your ETI Thermapen Classic Thermometer ready — you’re looking for 50 to 52 degrees Celsius for perfectly cooked, moist salmon.
Cooking the Salmon
Place the fillet skin side up under the Beefer’s flame for around 40 seconds to develop a golden surface. Turn gently and cook skin side down for 45 to 60 seconds until the skin crisps beautifully and the centre turns opaque.
Use the ETI Thermapen Classic Thermometer to check the internal temperature for accuracy. Once it reaches 50 degrees, remove from the grill — it will continue to cook slightly as it rests.
Resting and Finishing
Let the salmon rest for two minutes. Spoon the warm red wine reduction around the fillet, letting it pool naturally. Drizzle with a little EatAlfresco Olive Oil for shine and richness.
Finish with a scatter of chopped parsley or chives for freshness.
Serving Suggestion
Serve the grilled salmon with roasted fennel, tenderstem broccoli or a citrus dressed salad. A glass of chilled white Burgundy or Italian Pinot Grigio makes the perfect pairing.
Elegant, vibrant and beautifully balanced — proof that fire cooking can be as refined as it is powerful.
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The Art of Fire – Grilled Salmon Fillet with Red Wine Reduction
The Art of Fire Grilled Salmon Fillet with Red Wine Reduction
Where flame meets finesse
Salmon cooked over searing heat becomes something truly special — crisp skin, tender flesh and that whisper of caramelisation that only real fire can create. The Beefer Grill transforms this everyday favourite into a restaurant quality experience, thanks to its searingly hot ceramic burner that reaches 800 degrees Celsius.
Originally crafted for professional kitchens, the Beefer brings the same precision and theatre to your home. Combined with the ETI Thermapen Classic Thermometer for perfect temperature control and a silky red wine reduction for depth, this dish is a celebration of balance, beauty and pure flavour.
Choosing the Right Salmon
Choose thick, skin-on fillets of sustainably sourced salmon. Scottish or Norwegian varieties offer beautiful colour, firm texture and a naturally rich flavour.
Pat the fillets dry and bring them to room temperature before cooking. A dry surface is key to crisping the skin in the Beefer’s intense heat.
Flavour Foundations
This dish combines the richness of salmon with a red wine and shallot reduction — bold, elegant and perfectly balanced with EatAlfresco Olive Oil.
Red Wine Reduction
Gently soften the shallot in olive oil until translucent. Add wine and stock, then simmer until reduced by half. Stir in mustard and butter until smooth and glossy. Keep warm while you grill the salmon.
The Fire Setup
Preheat the Beefer Grill for five minutes until the ceramic burner glows red. The chamber will reach 800 degrees Celsius, creating instant, even heat.
Brush the salmon with a little EatAlfresco Olive Oil and season with sea salt and black pepper. Have your ETI Thermapen Classic Thermometer ready — you’re looking for 50 to 52 degrees Celsius for perfectly cooked, moist salmon.
Cooking the Salmon
Place the fillet skin side up under the Beefer’s flame for around 40 seconds to develop a golden surface. Turn gently and cook skin side down for 45 to 60 seconds until the skin crisps beautifully and the centre turns opaque.
Use the ETI Thermapen Classic Thermometer to check the internal temperature for accuracy. Once it reaches 50 degrees, remove from the grill — it will continue to cook slightly as it rests.
Resting and Finishing
Let the salmon rest for two minutes. Spoon the warm red wine reduction around the fillet, letting it pool naturally. Drizzle with a little EatAlfresco Olive Oil for shine and richness.
Finish with a scatter of chopped parsley or chives for freshness.
Serving Suggestion
Serve the grilled salmon with roasted fennel, tenderstem broccoli or a citrus dressed salad. A glass of chilled white Burgundy or Italian Pinot Grigio makes the perfect pairing.
Elegant, vibrant and beautifully balanced — proof that fire cooking can be as refined as it is powerful.
Cook it Yourself
Recreate this Beefer seafood masterpiece using:
🔥 The Beefer Grill
🔥 The ETI Thermapen Classic Thermometer
🔥 The EatAlfresco Extra Virgin Olive Oil Collection
Together they bring restaurant precision, fresh flavour and effortless confidence to your outdoor kitchen.
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