Birch Brine for Smoked Salmon

February 18, 2026Kahiltna Birchworks
image of smoked salmon

Ingredients

6# salmon fillets, cut into strips
2 qt water
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup Alaska Pure Birch Syrup
2/3 cup salt
1/3 cup soy sauce

Directions

Brine 3-8 hours, depending on thickness of fillets. Dry 2 hours before smoking.

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