BASIC SMOKED FISH
Provided by Trish Hall
Categories dinner, main course
Time 12h20m
Yield About 1 1/2 pounds smoked fish
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- If using liquid brine, place the fish fillets in a ceramic, glass or stainless-steel (not aluminum) bowl with the brine. If using dry cure, rub each fillet top and bottom with the dry mixture and place in a ceramic, glass or stainless-steel (not aluminum) baking dish. Cover and refrigerate about 6 hours, or overnight.
- Remove fillets from bowl or dish and rinse them under running water quickly to remove surface salt. If using dry cure, do not rub off all the seasonings. Place fillets on a cake rack or raised grid surface that allows air to circulate beneath them. Leave to dry about 3 hours, or until a dry shiny surface forms.
- When fillets are sufficiently dry, build a charcoal fire, if necessary (it will take about 30 minutes for the charcoal to reach the desired state). If using wood chunks, let them soak in a bucket of water for half an hour. If using an electric smoker, turn it on just before using and place sawdust or wood shavings in the smoking pan.
- Place fillets on the smoker grid. Close vents, or place lid on smoker. Regulate vents, if possible, so that heat stays at around 110 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Leave the fish 1 to 2 hours or longer, checking periodically and, if possible, replenishing fuel or smoking medium as necessary. The fish will be done more quickly at higher temperatures. At temperatures of 175 to 200 degrees, for example, fish will be done in about 1 hour.
- Remove fillets from smoker when they are dry and yellowish in color. Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve cold or as an ingredient in other recipes.
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Hope Bonga
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good smoked fish recipe for a while now. This recipe is easy to follow and the fish turns out great. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Rigoberto Delossantos
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook fish for a special occasion. I made it for my family for Father's Day and everyone loved it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Kirito 10
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the fish turns out great! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves smoked fish.
Caid Dunn
[email protected]I followed this recipe exactly and the fish turned out great! The brine was perfect and the smoking process gave the fish a beautiful golden color and a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Brillit Lopez
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. The fish is moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy. I've used a variety of fish, such as salmon, trout, and whitefish, and they all turn out great. I highly r
Mutesi
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good smoked fish recipe for a while now. This recipe is easy to follow and the fish turns out great. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Md:Mehedi Hasan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook fish for a special occasion. I made it for my family for Father's Day and everyone loved it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Jayson Smith
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the fish turns out great! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves smoked fish.
Babu Vhai
[email protected]I followed this recipe exactly and the fish turned out great! The brine was perfect and the smoking process gave the fish a beautiful golden color and a delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
sundram puri
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out great. The fish is moist and flavorful, and the skin is crispy. I've used a variety of fish, such as salmon, trout, and whitefish, and they all turn out great. I highly r
Punjabi Malikph143
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good smoked fish recipe for a while now. This recipe is easy to follow and the fish turns out great. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Fatou Youla
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to cook fish for a special occasion. I made it for my family for Father's Day and everyone loved it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this recipe again.
Alfred Jua
[email protected]I've been smoking fish for years, and this is one of my favorite recipes. The brine is simple but effective, and the smoking process gives the fish a beautiful golden color and a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sm
Angulo Stephen
[email protected]This was my first time smoking fish, and it was a success! I used a gas smoker and smoked the fish for about 3 hours. The fish was cooked perfectly and had a great smoky flavor. I will definitely be smoking fish again.
MD AHANGIR CHY
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. I like to use a variety of fish, such as salmon, trout, and whitefish. The smoking process adds a wonderful flavor to the fish, and it's a great way to cook fish for a crowd.
Doje Ali
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the fish turned out great! I used a cedar plank and smoked it for about 2 hours. The fish was moist and flavorful, and the skin was crispy. I will definitely be making this again.