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doja

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Over brining salmon? smoked salmon that is.
« on: September 19, 2009, 06:41:17 PM »
Can salmon be left in the brine for longer periods than normal, like 48-72 hrs?

I use a wet brine of sugar/salt and that's it.

Wanted to put some fish in but don't think I'll be back before the 48 hr mark. Can't see it being too bad but.... best to ask.

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Doja
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lucky

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Re: Over brining salmon? smoked salmon that is.
« Reply #1 on: September 19, 2009, 07:14:17 PM »
Depending on how much salt you used it could be too long, the longer it sits the more salt get absorbed into the meat.

Before I put my fish into the smoker I always test a little to make sure its not too salty, if it's too salty you can run it under cold water for an extended period to remove salt.
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Re: Over brining salmon? smoked salmon that is.
« Reply #2 on: September 19, 2009, 09:10:46 PM »
It should be fine
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Re: Over brining salmon? smoked salmon that is.
« Reply #3 on: September 25, 2009, 02:37:45 PM »
I don't know.

I dry brine mine exclusively and don't ever leave it in for more than 12-14 hrs.

Depends on the thickness of your filets, as well.
For small pieces of jerky, I only leave it in for 6-7 hrs.
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