smoker ChartsDATASHEET // CT-SM-043
smokerSTATE: FRESHVERIFIED DATASHEET
How Long to Cook Salmon Fillets (Fresh Center Cut) in the smoker
Specification: Fresh skin-on salmon fillet, dry-cured in brown sugar and kosher salt for 2 hours, pellicle dried
Target Temp
225°F (107°C)
Indirect Smoke
Total Time
45–60 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
145°F (63°C) internal (hot smoked)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C) with your choice of wood. Prepare salmon fillets (fresh center cut) (Fresh skin-on salmon fillet, dry-cured in brown sugar and kosher salt for 2 hours, pellicle dried).
2
Cook
Cook for 45–60 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.
3
Check & Rest
Glistening amber pellicle glaze, flakes into buttery layers under thumb pressure, 145°F center. Confirm internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) internal (hot smoked). Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
USDA FSIS 145°F Seafood Standard; Traeger Hot-Smoked Salmon Technical Procedure.
Pro Tip: Air-dry the cured salmon in the fridge on a wire rack until a shiny tacky skin (pellicle) forms; this holds the smoke and prevents white albumin leaks.
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