How to Make the Best Tasting Traeger Smoked Salmon with a light, fruity Pineapple Mango Salsa
Introduction:
Hey, Hey, friends! Welcome into The Undem kitchen, where we’re thrilled to present a flavor-packed creation in partnership with Our Family Fillets and Family Fare. Our Traeger Smoked Salmon with Spicy Pineapple Mango Salsa features Traeger-smoked mango and pineapple, adding a rich, smoky dimension to succulent Our Family Salmon Fillets, seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Imagine a delightful smoked salmon fillet nestled on a bed of fluffy white rice, adorned with a tantalizing salsa featuring grilled mango, pineapple, and a kick of jalapenos. Let’s dive into this elevated flavor experience and get ready for spring by shopping fresh produce at Family Fare for healthy meals! If you’ve been on the search for smoked salmon recipes, you’ve found it!
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Ingredients:
For the Traeger Smoked Our Family Salmon Fillets:
– 1 lb Our Family Salmon Fillets
– Olive oil for brushing
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Cherry or applewood pellets for Traeger smoker
– Butcher paper for smoking
For the White Rice Bed:
– 2 cups white rice
– 4 cups water
– Pinch of salt
For the Spicy Pineapple Mango Salsa (Pre-Smoked):
– 1 ripe mango, halved and hatched
– 1 cup pineapple rings
– 1-2 jalepenos diced (adjust to your spice preference) – optional smoked or not smoked, add additional for more spice
For the Fresh Pineapple Mango Salsa (Post-Smoked):
– 1 cup diced mango (from the pre-smoked mango)
– 1 cup diced grilled pineapple
– 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– Juice of 1 lime
– Salt and pepper to taste
Having quality ingredients can make a huge difference in the taste of your food, like with smoked salmon recipes.
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Pineapple Mango Salsa (Pre-Smoked):
a. Preheat your Traeger pellet smoker to 180°F.
b. Halve the mango, hatch it, and flip the halves outward on the grates, fruit facing up and peel facing down.
c. Place pineapple rings and diced jalapenos directly on the Traeger grill grates.
d. Smoke the mango, pineapple, and jalapenos for approximately 30 minutes, allowing them to absorb the delightful wood-fired flavor.
2. Prepare the Smoked Our Family Salmon Fillets on a Traeger Pellet Smoker:
a. Brush the Our Family Salmon Fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
b. Preheat the Traeger pellet smoker to 400F.
c. Place the seasoned salmon fillets directly on Traeger’s butcher paper.
d. Smoke the Our Family Salmon Fillets for 15-20 minutes, allowing them to absorb the smoky goodness to complement the spicy mango, pineapple, and jalapenos.
3. Cook the White Rice:
a. First, rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
b. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, water, and a pinch of salt.
c. Finally, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
4. Assemble Your Culinary Masterpiece:
a. Dice the pre-smoked mango and combine it with the grilled pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice to create the fresh Pineapple Mango Salsa.
b. Fluff the cooked white rice and place a generous portion on each serving plate.
c. Carefully transfer the smoked Our Family Salmon Fillets onto the rice bed.
d. Spoon the spicy Pineapple Mango Salsa over the top of the smoked salmon, creating a vibrant and flavorful crown.
5. Serve and Savor:
a. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
b. Enjoy this delightful creation, brought to you by Our Family Fillets and Family Fare.
Get Ready for Spring with Family Fare!
– Visit your nearest Family Fare store to shop fresh produce and quality ingredients for healthy meals. Embrace the season with delicious and nutritious options for your family.
There you have it, Lexie Noelle Undem’s Smoked Salmon with Pineapple Mango Salsa, now with a spicy twist, a collaboration with Our Family Fillets and Family Fare! If you are looking for more smoked salmon recipes, please let us know in the comments below! Savor the flavors and get ready for spring with fresh and wholesome ingredients.
Smoked Salmon With Spicy Smoked Pineapple Mango Salsa
Equipment
- Smoker
- Blender, Optional
- Knife
- Butcher Paper
Ingredients
For the Smoked Our Family Salmon Fillets:-
- 1 lb Our Family Salmon Fillets
- Olive oil for brushing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cherry or applewood pellets for Traeger smoker
- Butcher paper for smoking
For the White Rice Bed:
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 cups water
- Pinch of salt
For the Spicy Pineapple Mango Salsa (Pre-Smoked):
- 2 ripe mango halved and hatched
- 1 cup pineapple rings
- 1-2 jalapenos diced (adjust to your spice preference) – optional smoked or not smoked, add additional for more spice
For the Fresh Pineapple Mango Salsa (Post-Smoked):
- 3 cup diced mango from the pre-smoked mango
- 2 cup diced grilled pineapple
- 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions:
Prepare the Pineapple Mango Salsa (Pre-Smoked):
- a. Preheat your Traeger pellet smoker to 180°F.
- b. Halve the mango, hatch it, and flip the halves outward on the grates, fruit facing up and peel facing down.
- c. Place pineapple rings and diced jalapenos directly on the Traeger grill grates.
- d. Smoke the mango, pineapple, and jalapenos for approximately 30 minutes, allowing them to absorb the delightful wood-fired flavor
Prepare the Smoked Our Family Salmon Fillets on a Traeger Pellet Smoker:
- a. Brush the Our Family Salmon Fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- b. Preheat the Traeger pellet smoker to 400°F.
- c. Place the seasoned salmon fillets directly on Traeger’s butcher paper.
- d. Smoke the Our Family Salmon Fillets for 15-20 minutes, allowing them to absorb the smoky goodness to complement the spicy mango, pineapple, and jalapeños.
Cook the White Rice:
- a. Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- b. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, water, and a pinch of salt.
- c. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
Assemble Your Culinary Masterpiece:
- a. Dice the pre-smoked mango and combine it with the grilled pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice to create the fresh Pineapple Mango Salsa.
- b. Fluff the cooked white rice and place a generous portion on each serving plate.
- c. Carefully transfer the smoked Our Family Salmon Fillets onto the rice bed.
- d. Spoon the spicy Pineapple Mango Salsa over the top of the smoked salmon, creating a vibrant and flavorful crown.
Serve and Savor:
- a. Garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
- b. Enjoy this delightful creation, brought to you by Our Family Fillets and Family Fare.
Notes
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