How to Smoke Salmon at 225ºF
The following recipe will guide you through the process of smoking salmon at 225 degrees Fahrenheit. This method is great for those who want to infuse their salmon with a deep, smoky flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 Whole salmon (cleaned and scaled)
- 1/2 cup Salt
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1 tbsp Black pepper
- 1/4 cup White vinegar
- 2 cups Wood chips (hickory or alder work well)
Instructions
- Rinse the salmon in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Mix the salt, sugar, black pepper, and white vinegar in a bowl. Rub this mixture all over the salmon.
- Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your smoker to 225ºF degrees. If you use a charcoal smoker, put the wood chips in when you start the fire.
- Place the salmon on the smoker grate, skin side down. Smoke for 3-4 hours, or until the internal temperature of the salmon reaches 145F degrees.
- Remove from the smoker and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy!