Smoked Salmon

Submitted by CJAY8248

"From my collection of old recipes. This is from Pat Johnson, Everett, Washington."

 

• Ready In: 20hrs
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 1 salmon
• Serves: 10

ingredients

• 1⁄8 - 1⁄4 cup rock salt
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 2 cups water, plus extra for rinsing
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 1⁄2 tablespoon mustard
• 3 slices lemons
• 1 tablespoon vinegar

directions

1. In suitable container, combine all ingredients except salmon and wood chips. Mix well, add salmon, cover, and refrigerate 8 or more hours. Drain and transfer to smoker, putting thicker pieces on the bottom shelves. Smoke 10 -12 hours, refilling smoker pan 3 times.