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Honey Citrus Glazed Salmon (Bright, Sweet, and Perfectly Smoked)

Sweet citrus, smoky salmon, and a glaze that caramelizes into the perfect finish — this one checks every box for a flavor-packed, easy weeknight cook.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Brining Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine BBQ / Seafood / American
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Salmon Filet
  • 2 tbsp Seafood Rub (DIY rub: equal parts salt, pepper, garlic powder, brown sugar, and paprika)

Brine

  • 2 cups Water
  • 4 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon

Honey Citrus Glaze

  • 6 tbsp Honey
  • 2 tbsp Orange Juice
  • 1/4 tsp Thyme

Instructions
 

  • Heat brine ingredients in a saucepan just until salt and sugar dissolve. Let cool completely.
    2 cups Water, 4 tbsp Kosher Salt, 2 tbsp Brown Sugar, 2 tsp Black Pepper, 1 tsp Onion Powder, 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • Submerge salmon in brine for 2 hours in the fridge.
    1 lb Salmon Filet
  • Remove salmon, rinse lightly, and pat dry.
  • Place salmon on a foil-lined sheet pan and apply seafood rub.
    2 tbsp Seafood Rub
  • Preheat smoker or grill to 225°F (indirect heat). Use fruit wood if possible.
  • Smoke salmon until internal temperature reaches 140°F (about 45–60 minutes).
  • Brush salmon with honey citrus glaze and serve immediately.
    6 tbsp Honey, 2 tbsp Orange Juice, 1/4 tsp Thyme
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