How Do You Smoke Salmon In A Smoker?
Salmon is a popular fish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. One of the most popular methods of preparation is smoking. Smoked salmon can be used for appetizers, snacks, as an ingredient in recipes, or as a main course for a meal. It takes about two days to smoke salmon in a smoker. This recipe produces five pounds of smoked salmon fillets. Combine 12 cups of water, one cup of salt, one cup of brown sugar, five crushed garlic cloves, and ΒΌ cup of teriyaki in a large metal mixing bowl. Place five pounds of salmon fillets into the brine, cover, and allow it to sit for ten hours. Strain the brine using a strainer to save the crushed garlic. Rinse the salmon fillets with cold water, and then dry with a paper towel. Brush the remaining garlic onto the salmon fillets and allow them to sit at room temperature for four hours. Coat the racks on the smoker thoroughly with vegetable oil, and then cover the skin side of the salmon fillets with vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Heat the sm