Fire and Ice Smoked Salmon

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of brown sugar
• 1/2 cup of chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 1/4 cup of lime juice
• 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce
• 2 pounds of salmon fillets

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, sea salt, black pepper, onion powder, ground ginger, oregano, and thyme.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the honey, olive oil, lime juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
3. Coat the salmon fillets with the spice mixture and place in a large baking dish.
4. Pour the honey mixture over the salmon fillets and let marinate for 1 hour.
5. Preheat a smoker to 225 degrees F.
6. Place the salmon fillets in the smoker and smoke for 1 hour.
7. Increase the temperature to 275 degrees F and continue to smoke for 1 more hour.
8. Remove the salmon fillets from the smoker and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Smoked salmon can be enjoyed hot or cold.
• Smoked salmon can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• Smoking salmon helps to preserve its nutrients.
• Smoked salmon is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.