Recipe courtesy of Susan Mirkhan
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 25 to 30 appetizer servings
- Nutritional Analysis Per Serving (Serving Size: 1 of 28 servings): Calories 212, Total Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 14 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g, Protein 11 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 109 mg
- Total: 1 hr 35 min
- Prep: 45 min
- Inactive: 20 min
- Cook: 30 min
- 2 to 4 pounds boneless fresh salmon fillet, side-on
- 3 to 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 to 4 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh cracked black pepper
- Razz B Que Sauce, recipe follows
- 4 tablespoons freshly chopped chives
- 1/2 pint fresh raspberries
- 12 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- Entertainment crackers of choice (water or wheat crackers)
- 10 lemon wedges
- Kale, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon honey, optional
J.J. McBrewster's Signature Razz B Que Sauce:
- 1 1/3 cups seedless raspberry preserves
- 1/3 cup prepared horseradish
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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- Preheat a smoker to 225 degrees F using hickory or cherry wood chips. Coat the skin side of the salmon with oil and place it, skin side down, on a sheet of foil. Drizzle with oil and season with Cajun seasoning. Gently massage the seasoning into the salmon to form a flavorful crust, then sprinkle with black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the salmon, still on the foil, to a smoker rack and close the lid. Smoke the salmon for 30 to 35 minutes, or until it reaches a medium doneness. Avoid opening the smoker during cooking. Once done, remove the salmon to a serving platter and let it cool.
- Drizzle the smoked salmon with Razz B Que Sauce, then scatter chopped chives and fresh raspberries over the top. Serve with extra Razz B Que Sauce, cream cheese, crackers, and lemon wedges. Garnish with kale and additional raspberries. For a touch of sweetness, lightly drizzle with honey if desired.
J.J. McBrewster's Signature Razz B Que Sauce:
- Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl and chill until ready to serve.
If you don't have a smoker, you can use pre-smoked salmon from a local fish market or supplier.
This recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant, or culinary professional. It has not been tested for home use.
Recipe courtesy Susan Mirkhan, J.J. McBrewster's, Lexington, KY
