Smoked Salmon

Ingredients

• 1 side salmon, 2–2½ lb
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp coarse black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• Lemon wedges
• Dillightful BBQ Sauce, optional for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   Remove pin bones and pat the salmon dry. Mix salt and sugar, season the fish and refrigerate uncovered for 45 minutes.

2. 2

   Rinse off the cure, pat dry and brush with oil. Season with pepper, garlic, lemon zest and dill.

3. 3

   Heat the smoker to 225°F with alder, apple or cherry wood. Place the salmon skin-side down on a lightly oiled rack.

4. 4

   Smoke 35–55 minutes until the thickest part reaches 135–140°F and flakes with gentle pressure.

5. 5

   Rest 5 minutes and serve with lemon. Offer Dillightful BBQ Sauce on the side rather than covering the delicate smoke flavor.