Alder Plank Smoked Salmon Recipe
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Alder Plank Smoked Salmon

By: Smokin' Ron  
"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!"

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
6 Hrs
Ready In:
10 Hrs 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 10 servings
 

Ingredients

  • brine
  • 1 (3 pound) salmon fillet
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/8 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon water

Directions

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

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Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 207 | Total Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 61mg

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Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by Esmee Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
There are very few things in life that can make fresh salmon taste better, however smokin'... MORE
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Reviewed on Jan. 25, 2004 by AMYSTAN 
This was the best fish recipe i have ever tasted. The plank gave the fish so much flavor. I... MORE
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Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2005 by SONYABOW 
This is an awesome way to make salmon! Be sure to make the brine. I soaked my plank in water... MORE
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Reviewed on May 18, 2006 by HEISLORD5 
Best Salmon I've ever had. Before today I would say that I didn't like salmon. Today was the... MORE
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Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2005 by Burno 
Yeah I smoke salmon!!! Ha ha ha ha!!! No sorry for this but this recipe was GREAT YEAH I... MORE
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Reviewed on Mar. 25, 2004 by Wilemon Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
We really enjoyed this. I used a little less water and replaced it with brandy and also added... MORE
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Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2007 by SPEARFISHER 
This was excellent. I brined a side of salmon for about 14 hours. Used the same salt/water... MORE
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Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2007 by Jimmy4216 
This is the best I've tasted in years. Seriously thanks, Jimmy4216. MORE
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Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2009 by BoRoo 
This was my first attempt at smoking salmon and it turned out great. I used an Orion Cooker... MORE

 
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