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Salmon Brine/Smoked Salmon

·        For a 3 lb filet.

 

·        1 Q water

·        ½ C salt (Kosher or pickling)

·        ¾ C Honey

·        2 lemons, juiced

·        10 cloves

·        1 Bay leaf

·        ¼ C dark rum or port wine (optional)

Combine all ingredients.  Brine salmon for at least 3 hours.  Rinse, pat dry and allow to air dry for about an hour.

 

Cover salmon with dark brown sugar and smoke for 2 hours.