Is Alder the Best Wood for Smoking Salmon?

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SUMMARY

The forum discussion centers around the excitement of a birthday celebration for a user named Evo, who is receiving a smoker as a gift. Participants share their well-wishes and provide practical advice for using the smoker, including the importance of curing it with peanut oil before the first use. The conversation also touches on the types of meat suitable for smoking, particularly mentioning Atlantic salmon and pork. Overall, the community expresses enthusiasm for Evo's new smoker and the culinary adventures that await.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of smoker operation and maintenance
  • Knowledge of meat types suitable for smoking, specifically salmon and pork
  • Familiarity with curing techniques for smokers
  • Basic cooking skills for preparing smoked dishes
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the best practices for curing a smoker with peanut oil
  • Learn about different wood types for smoking, focusing on flavors suitable for salmon
  • Explore recipes for smoking Atlantic salmon and pork
  • Investigate the maintenance and cleaning of smokers to ensure longevity
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for home cooks, BBQ enthusiasts, and anyone interested in smoking meats, particularly those looking to enhance their skills with a new smoker.

  • #31


Happy Birthday Evo.

Until it arrives...

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  • #32


Dembadon said:
Happy Birthday, Evo! :smile:

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I want her lasso of truth! Lynda Carter kind of spoiled the whole comic-book thing for me.
 
  • #33


Thanks dembadon!

Oooh, dl, you're killing me. I can just smell that.

Since my smoker isn't arriving today, I thought I'd post a couple of pictures to show what it is.
 

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  • #34


Happy birthday! Enjoy it!

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  • #35


Happy Birthday, Ms. Evo!
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  • #36


Happy Birthday, Evo! In the UK we say "Many Happy Returns of the Day!", or at least I think we used to, but at [STRIKE]our[/STRIKE] my age it's hard to remember.
 
  • #37


Be ready
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  • #38


Borek said:
Be ready [PLAIN]http://www.bpp.com.pl/IMG/smile_Borek.png[/QUOTE]

I'm sure she is :smile:
 
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  • #39


Well - is it there yet?!

If not - we'll extend Evo's birthday through tomorrow.
 
  • #40


Not here. :frown:
 
  • #41


Evo said:
Not here. :frown:
Crap, this is not funny in the least, I hope and pray it makes it there safe and in working order :frown: Evo.

Rhody...
 
  • #42


Well Borek said it is scheduled for tomorrow.
 
  • #43


Evo, may you be forever young at heart.:smile: Peace, joy, and all that pazazz that life has to offer ~ best wishes to you! Expect great things to follow thoughout the coming years ~ and most importantly a warm thank you for being of service to PF members.:smile:
 
  • #44


Evo said:
Well Borek said it is scheduled for tomorrow.
The birthday is extended.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QZsppOw2Mxk

Some good sax on this - and some good base and organ - and some good 'ol funk. Some good smokin' music!
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  • #45


Evo said:
Thanks dembadon!

Oooh, dl, you're killing me. I can just smell that.

Since my smoker isn't arriving today, I thought I'd post a couple of pictures to show what it is.

Wow! Such a BIG machine.

I think my smoker, which I think I've had for 10 years now and have never plugged in, could hold about half of a skinny chicken.

Put your smokin' present to good use young lady, lest the PF planet descend upon you, and show you how to ...
 
  • #46


I love the second picture! If your smoker is big enough to hold two turkeys, I am jealous. My "locomotive" can do that, though I have never tried to pull it off, in part because my wife and I just can't strip and eat that much meat in a reasonable time. Back when I was in shape to have more people here on the back deck, we could have tried it. Of course, my old class-mate was running the Atlantic salmon hatchery back then, and if I had any smoking to do, it was salmon (in season). The hatchery had a consent-agreement with their customers that they would not sell any brood-stock, so they would give the culls away to friends and family. I got at least 100# one year, and smoked most of it. My father was driving down here delivering salmon for a couple of days. Good times.
 
  • #47


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HAPPY BIRTHDAY EVO!
 
  • #48


turbo said:
I love the second picture! If your smoker is big enough to hold two turkeys, I am jealous. My "locomotive" can do that, though I have never tried to pull it off, in part because my wife and I just can't strip and eat that much meat in a reasonable time. Back when I was in shape to have more people here on the back deck, we could have tried it. Of course, my old class-mate was running the Atlantic salmon hatchery back then, and if I had any smoking to do, it was salmon (in season). The hatchery had a consent-agreement with their customers that they would not sell any brood-stock, so they would give the culls away to friends and family. I got at least 100# one year, and smoked most of it. My father was driving down here delivering salmon for a couple of days. Good times.
Yeah, this is a decent size, more than enough room for anything I need.
 
  • #49


QuarkCharmer said:
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY EVO!
I think we have a winner!

Quark. :!)
 
  • #50


Thank you for the lovely post ViewsofMars. :smile:
 
  • #51


It's here! WOOT!

I'm taking a picture with my phone and will post in a few minutes.
 

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  • #52


Yay! Smokin' Evo! Get the Chile right down there with some meats and get crackin'! Burn off the mineral oil first and cure that metal with peanut oil so your first smoke will be wonderful.
 
  • #53


It's huge and heavy, I'm going to have to wait until EC gets here to unpack it.

I'm so excited! Thank you all so much!

:!)
 
  • #54


:biggrin:
 
  • #55


Evo said:
It's huge and heavy, I'm going to have to wait until EC gets here to unpack it.

I'm so excited! Thank you all so much!

:!)
Huge and heavy is good! Smokers need to be solid. So glad you love it.

BTW, somebody with blue hair pulled this together, and I'm not talking about your elderly neighbor.
 
  • #56


:approve:
 
  • #57


Yay!
 
  • #58


Evo said:
It's here! WOOT!

I'm taking a picture with my phone and will post in a few minutes.
Team-Lift sticker is a good sign. Nice and solid!
 
  • #59


Evo, is the list there?
 
  • #60


Borek said:
Evo, is the list there?
Yes, I have a list of all the conspirators. :biggrin: Personal thank yous will be coming. I'm just so blown away.

:cry:
 

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