Difficulty: Beginner
Seafood
Smokebox Salmon
Chef Greg
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 2 hrs, 30 min
Difficulty: Beginner
Simple Smokebox Salmon is light on the effort and heavy on the flavor! Don't miss this easy way to utilize the recteq Smoke Box.
Instructions
- Step 1: Season salmon liberally on all sides, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and allow the fish to cure in the fridge for at least 8 hours and up to 24 hours.
- Step 2: Preheat recteq to LO, the bottom shelf of the Smokebox should be about 100ºF.
- Step 3: Add the salmon side to the Smokebox and cook for about 2.5 hours until the fish is 125ºF. For maximum flavor, allow the fish to cool on the counter for 30 minutes then place covered in the fridge for a few hours.
Ingredients
Serving Sizes
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pound(s) Salmon, side skin on
- 1 tablespoon(s) Chef Greg's 4 Letter Rub
- 1 tablespoon(s) Colden's Freakin' Greek Rub
Tools Needed
- Step 1: Season salmon liberally on all sides, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and allow the fish to cure in the fridge for at least 8 hours and up to 24 hours.
- Step 2: Preheat recteq to LO, the bottom shelf of the Smokebox should be about 100ºF.
- Step 3: Add the salmon side to the Smokebox and cook for about 2.5 hours until the fish is 125ºF. For maximum flavor, allow the fish to cool on the counter for 30 minutes then place covered in the fridge for a few hours.
Chef Pairings
Smokebox Salmon is phenomenal served with cream cheese and crackers or mix up a smoked salmon salad with your favorite mayo, capers, and red onions.