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Weber Smoked Salmon
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Discover the secret to perfectly smoked salmon with Weber's mouthwatering recipe. Impress your guests with this delicious and easy-to-follow dish.
Course
Main Course
Prep Time
30
minutes
mins
Cook Time
2
hours
hrs
Servings
6
Ingredients
2
pounds
fresh salmon fillets
¼
cup
kosher salt
¼
cup
brown sugar
1
tablespoon
cracked black pepper
1
tablespoon
garlic powder
1
tablespoon
lemon zest
1
tablespoon
fresh dill
chopped
Fruitwood chips
apple or cherry, soaked in water
Instructions
Preparing the Salmon
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Place them on a clean surface.
In a bowl, combine kosher salt, brown sugar, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, lemon zest, and fresh dill. Mix well.
Rub the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets. Ensure the fillets are well-coated with the mixture.
Preparing the Weber Grill
Fill a chimney starter with charcoal briquettes and light them. Once they are covered with ash, spread them evenly on one side of the grill.
While the charcoal is heating up, soak the fruitwood chips in water for at least 30 minutes.
Place a handful of soaked wood chips directly on top of the hot charcoal. This will generate a smoky flavor.
Place the grill grate on top and adjust the vents to maintain a temperature of around 225°F (107°C). This is crucial for slow smoking.
Smoking the Salmon
Place the seasoned salmon fillets on the grill grates on the side opposite the charcoal. This ensures indirect cooking.
Close the Weber's lid and let the salmon smoke for 1.5 to 2 hours. Check the temperature periodically to maintain the desired heat.
Use a cooking thermometer to check the internal temperature. The salmon is ready when it reaches 145°F (63°C) and flakes easily with a fork.