Salmon is one of the best, if not the absolute best type of fish to smoke. Being the least "fishy" of the more common seafood options makes for a nearly steak-like experience when done right! This garlic butter infused, Delicious Smoked Salmon always has us craving more—even our kids love this one!
To execute a flawless, flaky, and Delicious Smoked Salmon filet, you want to keep the temperature low and stable to prevent the white albumin proteins from pushing out of the meat too quickly. By smoking it gently, you lock in all the natural oils and moisture, resulting in an incredible melt-in-your-mouth texture.
🐟 Pitmaster Salmon Secrets
The Prep: Keep the skin on! The skin acts as a vital heat shield on the grate, protecting the delicate meat of your Delicious Smoked Salmon from drying out.
The Seasoning: To keep this recipe perfectly keto-friendly, apply a light coat of avocado oil or melted butter, then dust generously with a base layer of DB180 All Purpose or DB180 Grill All seasoning.
The Finish: Run your cooker at 225°F using a mild fruit wood like apple or cherry. Pull the fish when the internal temperature hits 140°F, then immediately baste your Delicious Smoked Salmon with warm garlic butter.
Give this simple Delicious Smoked Salmon method a shot on your next patio cookout, and watch this spectacular seafood disappear off the platter in minutes!