BROWN SUGAR-CURED SALMON
This grilled and smoked salmon recipe by the food writer Betty Fussell calls for curing the fish for several hours with salt, brown sugar and spices before smoking it over indirect heat on your grill. While the fatty fish absorbs the smoke beautifully, the fish can also be successfully cooked in a grill pan, or under the broiler. The salt and sugar cure, laced with sweet spices, both flavors the fish and firms up its flesh, giving it a meaty, silky texture. Serve it with a crisp salad for a light supper, or with rice for something more substantial.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, main course
Time 4h25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pat fish dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine sugar, salt, pepper, spices and zest. Rub mixture all over fish. Place in a dish, cover and let cure in the fridge for at least 4 hours and preferably 8 hours. Rinse fillets and pat dry. Generously oil salmon.
- Light the grill. Once coals are hot, scatter drained hickory chips over coals. (If you're using a gas grill, place them in a disposable metal pan on the grill next to the salmon.)
- Place salmon flesh-side down on grill and cover, closing top vent so not much smoke is released. Smoke salmon, covered, for about 5 to 6 minutes, then flip. (If the fish is sticking to the grill grate, then it's not ready to flip. Cook for another 3 to 10 minutes, depending upon how hot your fire is. The fish is done when the interior is medium pink and exterior crisp and smoky. Serve with lemon wedges.
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Gulab Bhai
[email protected]This cured salmon is a must-try for any seafood lover. It's delicious, easy to make, and sure to impress your friends and family.
Pradip Dhakal
[email protected]This cured salmon is a great way to add a pop of flavor to your salads and sandwiches.
Merox BH
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor of this cured salmon. It's perfect for a quick and easy snack or appetizer.
Jillian Gray
[email protected]This cured salmon is the perfect addition to any brunch or lunch menu. It's light and refreshing, and it pairs well with a variety of dishes.
Hayden Woodger
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of salmon, but I loved this cured salmon. It was so flavorful and moist, I couldn't get enough of it.
Samatar Abdurazaq
[email protected]This cured salmon is a great way to use up leftover salmon. It's also a great way to save money, since cured salmon is often cheaper than fresh salmon.
Claire Ndunge
[email protected]I love making this cured salmon for my family. It's a healthy and delicious way to get your omega-3 fatty acids.
Fredrick Leizor
[email protected]This cured salmon is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to wow your guests.
Sanu Saddiqui
[email protected]I've made this cured salmon several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your guests without having to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.
prince ifeanyi
[email protected]This recipe is great for beginners. It's easy to follow and the salmon turns out delicious. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to try their hand at curing salmon.
Riyaz Ahmed
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my salmon turned out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I'll try it again and see if I have better results.
Eryk Lewis
[email protected]This cured salmon was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The salmon itself was cooked perfectly and had a nice texture.
Nicholas Igavu (Tranh shurda)
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients and you end up with a delicious cured salmon that's perfect for any occasion.
FRED MAC COMEDY TV
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The salmon was cured to perfection and had a wonderful smoky flavor. I served it with a dill sauce and it was a huge hit.
Rj Badhon Khan
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about using brown sugar to cure salmon, but I was pleasantly surprised. The salmon was moist and flavorful, with a beautiful golden-brown crust.
Cindy Carter
[email protected]I've tried a few different cured salmon recipes, and this one is by far the best. The instructions were easy to follow and the salmon turned out perfectly.
Arewarmu OurNothern
[email protected]This cured salmon recipe was a hit at my last party! The brown sugar gave it a lovely sweet and smoky flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.