I like to marinade the fish overnight in plastic storage bags - the osmotic potential of the marinade draws out some of the water, which starts fish preservation as the salt and sugar infuse the fish. | | A tacky pellicle was allowed to develop while in the smoker for about 30 minutes. |
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The fish has that "perfect appearance" at the beginning of the smoke. Alder pucks are the wood of choice. Smoke is two hours in length. | | Here are a few tail pieces - sweet, smoky (delicate) and savory with the hint of red pepper |
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