Alder Plank Smoked Salmon Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Salmon Recipes. (Alder Plank Smoked Salmon Recipe). This smoked salmon derives its flavor from Alder wood planks. I get these planks at the local lumber yard. Be sure you tell whoever helps you that you are cooking salmon on the wood so that you do not get any creosote wood or other treated wood. Also, make sure you know what plank size will fit in your smoker before you go to get the wood. This salmon will come out very moist and smoky, so be prepared for some of the best smoked fish you've ever eaten!

Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 6hrs

Additional: 4hrs

Total: 10hrs15 mins

Servings: 10

Yield: 10 servings

Alder Plank Smoked Salmon Recipe

Ingredients

1 (3 pound) salmon fillet

freshly ground black pepper to taste

⅛ cup packed brown sugar

½ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon water

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Dinner

Directions

Step 1

Soak the salmon fillet in a brine solution for at least 4 hours but preferably overnight. Also submerge the alder wood plank in water placing a heavy object on top of it to prevent floating.

Step 2

Preheat an outdoor smoker for 160 to 180 degrees F (70 to 80 degrees C).

Step 3

Remove the salmon from the brine rinse thoroughly under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels. Remove the wood plank from the water and lay the fish out on the plank. Season with freshly ground black pepper.

Step 4

Smoke the salmon for at least 2 hours checking after 1 1/2 hours for doneness. The fish is done when it flakes with a fork but it should also not be too salty. As the fish smokes the salt content reduces. Adjust the cooking time and salty flavor to your taste. (Note: Smoking a fillet can take 2 to 6 hours depending on your taste the size of the fillet and the fat content of the fish.)

Step 5

During the last 30 minutes of smoking mix together the brown sugar and water to form a paste. Brush this liberally onto the salmon.

Nutritional Information

Alder Plank Smoked Salmon Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:10

Calories: 206.6

% Daily Value *

Protein: 29.1g 58%

Carbohydrates: 2.8g 1%

Dietary Fiber: 0.1g

Sugars: 2.7g

Fat: 8g 12%

Saturated Fat: 1.7g 9%

Cholesterol: 60.6mg 20%

Vitamin A Iu: 115.4IU 2%

Niacin Equivalents: 13.7mg 105%

Vitamin B6: 0.6mg 37%

Vitamin C: 1.1mg 2%

Folate: 9.6mcg 2%

Calcium: 52.2mg 5%

Iron: 0.8mg 5%

Magnesium: 37.9mg 14%

Potassium: 490mg 14%

Sodium: 173.5mg 7%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 12%

Calories From Fat: 71.8

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.