Randy's Brown Sugar & Garlic Smoked Salmon

• salmon fillet↗1
• cup light brown sugar, packed↗1 cup
• cup sea salt (or Kosher salt)↗1 cup
• cup granulated garlic1⁄2 cup
• wood chips (prefer Alder or Hickory)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Rinse fillet & pat dry with paper towel.

2. 2

   Lay fillet flat in a non-conductive 4-sided pan

3. 3

   Combine brown sugar & salt, breaking up any lumps.

4. 4

   Completey coat top of fillet with ALL the mixture & press into the fish.

5. 5

   Cover with foil or plastic wrap.

6. 6

   Refridgerate for 4-6 hours.

7. 7

   Rinse fish in cold water and refrigerate overnight to dry.

8. 8

   Using indirect heat. preheat the grill.

9. 9

   Place wood chips on charcoal & fillet on opposite side of grill.

10. 10

    Close lid & close vents until barely open.

11. 11

    Smoke cook for 30-45 minutes.