Ultimate Smoked Salmon on the Green Egg

Ingredients

- 4 salmon fillets (approximately 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 lemons, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup apple wood pellets
- 1/3 cup cherry wood pellets
- 1/3 cup maple wood pellets

Instructions

1. Prepare the Green Egg:
- Set up your Green Egg grill according to the manufacturer's instructions. Aim for a temperature of 225°F by adjusting the vents and adding the apple, cherry, and maple pellets for optimal smoke flavor.

2. Salmon Preparation:
- Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Coat both sides of each fillet with olive oil to ensure they remain moist.

3. Season the Salmon:
- Mix the garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.

4. Add Lemons:
- Place 2–3 lemon slices on top of each salmon fillet. The citrus will infuse the fish with a fresh flavor while smoking.

5. Smoking the Salmon:
- Arrange the prepared salmon fillets directly onto the Green Egg's grilling grate, skin-side down.
- Close the lid and smoke the salmon at 225°F for approximately 60 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and fish flakes easily with a fork.

6. Resting:
- Remove the salmon from the Green Egg using a spatula or tongs. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes to let the juices redistribute.

7. Serving:
- Serve the smoked salmon warm, garnished with additional fresh lemon slices if desired.

Preparation & Cooking Times

PT15M
15 minutes

Cooking Time

PT1H
60 minutes

Total Time

PT1H15M
1 hour 15 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Smoked Salmon, Green Egg, Smoking Pellets, Dinner Recipe, Salmon Dinner, Easy Smoking Recipe, Flavorful Fish, Lemon Salmon, Pellet Grill, Gourmet Salmon

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approx. 1300 calories for the entire dish

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