Hot-Smoked Salmon Gas BBQ (Cedar Plank Option)

Name: Hot-Smoked Salmon Gas BBQ (Cedar Plank Option)
Prep time: 190 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 235 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 side of salmon, skin-on (1.0–1.2 kg); Dry Brine; 30 g fine salt; 2 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tsp Dijon mustard (gluten free); Beech or apple wood chips/chunks for smoke; 1 untreated cedar plank, soaked for 1 hour (optional)

Hot-smoked salmon on a gas BBQ is one of those dishes that delivers serious visual impact with surprisingly little effort. Gently cured, lightly smoked, and finished over indirect heat, this method creates beautifully flaky salmon with a delicate smoky aroma and a glossy surface.

Using a two-zone setup on a gas BBQ such as the VonHaus 6+1 burner, you can control temperature precisely and avoid drying the fish. The optional cedar plank adds a subtle woody sweetness and protects the salmon from direct heat.

Most of the time in this recipe is hands-off curing. Once on the grill, the cooking process is simple and controlled.

If you’re new to smoking or indirect cooking, read our Beginner’s Guide to BBQ & Smoking (UK) before starting.

For precise temperature control, use our Smoker Time Calculator to avoid overcooking.

Prep Time

190 mins

Cook Time (hours)

Cook Time (minutes)

45mins

Servings

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Cuisine:

British

Course:

Main

Difficulty:

Easy

Keyword:

hot smoked salmon on gas BBQ

Author:

Kitchen Sizzlers

Cooking Temp

100

Ingredients

1 side of salmon, skin-on (1.0–1.2 kg)

Dry Brine

30 g fine salt
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp Dijon mustard (gluten free)

Beech or apple wood chips/chunks for smoke
1 untreated cedar plank, soaked for 1 hour (optional)

Chef’s Notes

Always check temperature in the thickest part of the fillet.

Avoid heavy smoke — salmon absorbs flavour quickly.

A pellicle (air-dried surface) is key for proper smoke adhesion.

For presentation, serve whole on the plank with lemon wedges and fresh dill.

Pairs beautifully with dill yoghurt, baby potatoes and light salads.

Leftovers are excellent in salads or flaked into pasta.

Equipment Used

12 Pack Cedar Planks for Grilling Salmon and More - Sourced and Made in The USA

SUSTAINABLY SOURCED AND MADE IN THE USA - We take our role as stewards of this planet very seriously.
100% WESTERN RED CEDAR - Do not trust or cook on other types of cedar. Many leave unpleasant tastes or aromas; some are even bad for your health.
FOR USE ON THE GRILL OR IN THE OVEN - These planks are versatile. Use on gas grills, charcoal grills or in the oven.
CERTIFIED FOOD SAFE - Why put your food on planks that aren't?
5x11" 12 PACK - Perfect for 3-4 servings of salmon, chicken or other proteins.