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Ingredients
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½ cup brown sugar
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2 tablespoons salt
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2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
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½ cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
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¼ cup brandy, or to taste
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1 (4 pound) salmon side, bones removed with pliers
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2 cups alder wood chips, soaked in water, or as needed
Directions
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In a bowl, mix together the brown sugar, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, mint leaves, and brandy to make a paste. Rub the paste all over the salmon, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate 4 hours to overnight.
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Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate. Place soaked alder chips in a small disposable aluminum pie pan or piece of aluminum foil at the back of the grill, under the grate. Allow the wood chips to begin smoking, then turn the heat to the lowest setting, position the salmon on the grate, and close the lid. Cook and smoke the salmon until it has turned a red-brown color and flakes easily, about 45 minutes.
Cook's Note
Can be made ahead and served cold. The red pepper flakes will make it hot and fiery with coolness from the mint. Enjoy!!! Can be served cold at a brunch with bagels and cream cheese. Remember, it has a kick!!
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
396 | Calories |
20g | Fat |
12g | Carbs |
36g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
Calories 396 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 20g | 26% |
Saturated Fat 4g | 20% |
Cholesterol 107mg | 36% |
Sodium 1506mg | 65% |
Total Carbohydrate 12g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber 0g | 1% |
Total Sugars 11g | |
Protein 36g | 73% |
Vitamin C 9mg | 10% |
Calcium 36mg | 3% |
Iron 1mg | 5% |
Potassium 697mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.