Description
Delightfully easy Traeger Smoked Salmon captures the rich, buttery flavor of fresh salmon with a perfect balance of sweetness and smoky aroma.
Ingredients
- Salmon Fillets
- Kosher Salt
- Light Brown Sugar
- Black Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic Powder
- Maple Syrup
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Smoking Wood Chips (hickory, cedar, or applewood)
Instructions
- Prepare the Brine: In a bowl, combine ½ cup salt and ½ cup brown sugar. Mix until fully integrated. Generously apply the brine to your salmon fillets, coating both sides thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Rinse and Dry: After brining, rinse the salmon under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Season the Salmon: Mix together 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder. Rub this dry mix evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Preheat the Traeger: Set your Traeger grill to 225°F and add your smoking wood chips.
- Smoke the Salmon: Place the seasoned salmon on the grill grates and smoke for about 1-2 hours until it’s opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Finishing Touches: Drizzle 2 tbsp maple syrup and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon before serving.
Notes
Always opt for fresh, wild-caught salmon for best flavor. You can substitute coconut sugar for a healthier option. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus brining time)
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg