How To Make Brine for Smoked Salmon
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup kosher salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 4 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 4 salmon fillets
Instructions
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In a large pot, bring the water to a boil. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
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Stir in the kosher salt and sugar until fully dissolved.
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Add the lemon slices, fresh dill, and black peppercorns to the brine.
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Place the salmon fillets in a shallow glass or plastic container and pour the brine over them, making sure they are fully submerged.
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Cover the container with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
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After brining, remove the salmon from the brine and rinse under cold water to remove any excess salt.
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Pat the salmon dry with paper towels before smoking or cooking as desired.
Nutrition
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