• 1 Cup brown sugar

• 1 Tablespoon black pepper

• 1/2 Cup coarse salt

• 1 Cup vodka

• 1 (1-1/2 to 2 lb) wild caught salmon

• 1 lemon wedges

• capers

Steps

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Vodka Brined Smoked Salmon with Amanda Haas

1

In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pepper, salt and vodka.

2

Place the salmon in a large resealable bag. Pour in marinade and massage into the salmon. Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.

3

Remove from bag, rinse and dry with paper towels.

4

When ready to cook, set Z Grill temperature to 180℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Pellet Tube if available.

5

Smoke the salmon, skin-side down for 30 minutes.

6

Increase grill temperature to 225℉ and continue to cook salmon for an additional 45 to 60 minutes or until the internal temperature in the thickest part of the fish reaches 140℉ or the fish flakes easily when pressed with a finger or fork.

7

Serve with lemons and capers. Enjoy!